Smoke Alarms

Install Smoke Alarms

Most fatal fires occur at night when people are asleep. Often, victims never wake up. A working smoke alarm will detect smoke and sound an alarm to alert you, giving you precious time to escape.

For additional information, refer to the resources listed below.


Ontario Fire Marshall (OFM) Resources

Smoke Alarms – It’s the Law!
Smoke Alarm Info Sheet
Smoke Alarms in RV’s, Trailers, or Mobile Homes
Maintain Your Smoke Alarms


Advice for Dealing with Nuisance Alarms

Make It Stop!


National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Resources

Home Smoke Alarm Basics
Safety Tips: Smoke Alarms

Safety Messages about Smoke Alarms
Installing and Maintaining Smoke Alarms
Ionization vs Photoelectric Smoke Alarms


For Kids…

What’s that Sound?
Fire Safety Video for Kids
Smoke Alarms: Beep, Beep, Beep
Fire Safety Video for Kids