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Some criminals are so creepy with their calculated and sinister plots. They use neither gun nor any sophisticated weapon. All they need to steal your phone or other items through your windows is blade and stick; blade to cut your window net, and a modified stick to lift off bags or objects close to the window, all these happening while you're fast asleep.Extra precaution needs taken by ground-floor occupants. Don't be fooled by your fenced and gated compound. These culprits find their way in. This may not happen in highly secure environment though. Security Tips: 1. Before sleeping or leaving home, ensure all windows and doors are securely locked. Make good use of your cooling system. 2. If you must open your window while sleeping, ensure all important items such as purse, phones, laptops etc are put far away from the windows. Preferably store them in the drawers or lockers. 3. Always draw your curtains/window blinds in the night and switch off or dim the room's ligh

Cooking brings family and friends together, provides an outlet for creativity and can be relaxing. But did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? By following a few safety tips you can safeguard your household. 1.If you have a small (grease) cooking fire and decide to fight the fire... door closed.  2.On the stovetop, smother the flames by sliding a lid  over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled.  3.For an oven fire, turn off the heat and  Grab your Fire extinguisher especially the Co2 and kill the fire 4.If you have any doubt about fighting a small fire…  5..Just get out! When you leave, close the door behind you to help contain the fire.  6.Call 767, 112 for Lagos resident only or the local emergency number from outside the house 

Studies have also traced the various cases of fire outbreaks in homes and offices to imported cables, which are usually below specification with exaggerated grade. The stunted growth in the sector has also been traced to faking and sub-standardisation. The existence of fake and sub-standardisation is caused by unscrupulous businessmen who travel to China and India to not only fake original brands but also ask for reduction in the diameter of copper content of the cables and wires, adding that this is the cause of frequent fire in homes and offices. The reduction, which affects the quality of the cables, is sometimes from 2.5 square metres to 1.73 square metres, which make them  hot and unable to carry the current that consequently lead to the frequency of fire outbreaks. It was also gathered that the importers are able to achieve these evil machinations due to weak regulatory institutions, poor legal framework and poor policy implementations. This brings into question the capacity

Plan Ahead! If a fire breaks out in your home, you may have only a few minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Everyone needs to know what to do and where to go if there is a fire. ESCAPE PLAN FACT. 1◾Closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire. Install smoke alarms inside every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Install alarms on every level of the home. Smoke alarms should be interconnected. When one smoke alarm sounds, they all sound.   2 ◾ 20% of Nigerians have an escape plan in case of a fire, only 10% of those have practiced it. 3◾One-third  of Nigerians households who made an estimate thought they would have at least 6 minutes before a fire in their home would become life-threatening. The time available is often less. And only 8% said their first thought on hearing a smoke alarm would be to get out! • A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire.  ◽ Install smoke alarms inside every sleeping r

Lithium ion batteries supply  power to many  kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops,  scooters,  e-cigarettes,  smoke alarms,  toys,  and even cars. Take care  when using them. In rare cases,  they  can cause a fire or explosion. THE PROBLEM  1🔸These batteries store a large amount of energy  in a small amount of space. 2🔹Sometimes batteries are not used the right  way; batteries not designed for a specific use can be dangerous.  3🔸Like any product, a small number of these batteries are defective. They  can overheat, catch fire,  or explode.  SAFETY  TIPS. 1🔹Purchase and use devices that are listed by  a qualified testing laboratory. 2🔸Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.  3🔹Only use the battery  that is designed for the device.  4🔸Put batteries in the device the right  way.  5🔹Only use the charging cord that came  with the device. 8Do not charge a device under  your pillow, on  your bed or on a couch.  6🔸Keep batteries at roo

 The hustling and bustling in Lagos and some other other major metropolitan area in Nigeria is so hectic some times you don't know when you fall victim of this commercial bus robbers popularly called ONE CHANCE. The aftermath experience is hellish and traumatizing,  some may lead to hearts attack, injuries and even death. Imagine you boarding a bus at Mile12 going to Gbagada-Anthony, Oshodi-Isolo, Mile2 and suddenly the bus driver changes route and veered towards Iyano Oworo Berger inward Third mainland bridge. or from Under bridge Ikeja going to Anthony-Palmgroove, Onipanu, Yaba and suddenly the driver changes route at Mobolaji Bank Anthony way end(Maryland Bus-stop) instead of taking to the right he drives straight and heads towards Ojota-Ketu Mile12. At this points you are at their mercy, they will announce their mission. The reality  will be dawn on the genuie passengers. THIS ARE SOME CLUES TO IDENTIFY THEM. 1⚫They will never pack at the garage to load their bus. they

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Optical Stand-Alone Smoke Alarm, Battery, Mains Powered, 85dB Aico Optical Stand-Alone Smoke Alarm, Battery, Mains Powered, 85dB Image representative of range Product Details Smoke Alarms with Battery Back-up The easi-fit range of alarms from Ei Professional are exceptionally quick and simple to install. Designed to meet the highest standards of safety, performance and reliability that very ably meet the demands of contractors, specifiers and end-users alike. Ei141 Ionisation with hush Responds quickly to fast flaming fires Unique and proven long life sensor chamber Supplied with high quality 9V Alkaline battery already connected to save time on site - battery does not draw power until alarm is fitted to the mounting plate Ei146 Optical with hush Best for slow, smouldering fires Uses advanced optical chamber with proven extended life. Fitted with an insect screen to reduce contamination problems Supplied with high quality 9V Alkaline battery already connected to sa

Cars can catch fire for many reasons. Mechanical or electrical issues are the most common cause. A car can also catch f ire as the result of a bad crash. If you see smoke or flames or smell burning rubber or plastic, respond immediately. Cars can catch fire for many reasons. Mechanical or electrical issues are the most common cause. A car can also catch fire as the result of a bad crash. If you see smoke or flames or smell burning rubber or plastic, respond immediately.  What to do if your car is on fire.  1.Pull over as quickly as it is safe to do so, be sure to use your signal as you make your way to a safe location off the road such as the breakdown lane or rest stop.     2.Once you have stopped, TURN OFF the engine.  3.GET everyone out of the car. Never return to a burning car for anything. KKK    MOVE everyone at least 100 feet from the burning car and well away from traffic. 4.CALL  122 or 727 for Lagos resident only. How to prevent a car fire 1 ⚫Have your car servi

Studies have also traced the various cases of fire outbreaks in homes and offices to imported cables, which are usually below specification with exaggerated grade. The stunted growth in the sector has also been traced to faking and sub-standardisation. The existence of fake and sub-standardisation is caused by unscrupulous businessmen who travel to China and India to not only fake original brands but also ask for reduction in the diameter of copper content of the cables and wires, adding that this is the cause of frequent fire in homes and offices. The reduction, which affects the quality of the cables, is sometimes from 2.5 square metres to 1.73 square metres, which make them  hot and unable to carry the current that consequently lead to the frequency of fire outbreaks. It was also gathered that the importers are able to achieve these evil machinations due to weak regulatory institutions, poor legal framework and poor policy implementations. This brings into question the capacit

WELCOME TO OUR YEAR OF NEW THINGS Happy new year, this our year of new things, a year filled with great expectations and increase in all sphere of our lives. But as we begin to make plans for the year; lets consider the SAFETY aspect of our lives and properties, we most begin to be SECURITY cautious in all we do. We supply and maintain Fire extinguishers, CCTV cameras, Fire alarm panel and other Safety and Security products call 08036190791 or follow Uzodave.Startech on instagram and on facebook Uzodinma Ibezim Ezeudo Davidson. STARTECH will concise with some SAFETY and SECURITY tips and information for our daily activities.