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Plain-language guides from the OUGIST Safety Team — so every room, car and kitchen in your life is covered before it matters.
Your Car Is Not a Power Strip
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Your Car Is Not a Power Strip

Your car can charge devices, but its outlets are not unlimited. Use the vehicle's instructions, stop when a...

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What to Do If Your Car Starts Smoking or Catches Fire
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What to Do If Your Car Starts Smoking or Catches Fire

A smoking vehicle is not the time for a hood reveal. Learn the five safety-first steps every driver should ...

5 min read
Where (and How) to Store a Fire Extinguisher
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Where (and How) to Store a Fire Extinguisher

The right spots in every room so protection is always within a 10-second reach.

3 min read
ABC vs. Class K: Choosing the Right Extinguisher
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ABC vs. Class K: Choosing the Right Extinguisher

Which agent belongs in your kitchen — and why the wrong one can make a grease fire worse.

3 min read
How Many Fire Extinguishers Does Your Home Need?
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How Many Fire Extinguishers Does Your Home Need?

A floor-by-floor guide to sizing protection for apartments, houses and garages.

3 min read
Choosing Your First Home Fire Extinguisher: The NFPA Guide to ABC & K Ratings
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Choosing Your First Home Fire Extinguisher: The NFPA Guide to ABC & K Ratings

Buying a fire extinguisher isn't enough. Do you know your labels? Learn the NFPA ABCK fire classes & se...

2 min read
Why No Single Fire Extinguisher Can Handle Every Type of Fire – A Practical Guide
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Why No Single Fire Extinguisher Can Handle Every Type of Fire – A Practical Guide

Fire extinguishers are an indispensable line of defense against many types of fires, but they are not a uni...

7 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Home and Vehicle Fire Safety
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The Ultimate Guide to Home and Vehicle Fire Safety

By combining multi-purpose suppression technology with consistent family preparedness, you can effectively ...

2 min read
5 Hidden Fire Hazards in Your Kitchen (And How to Fix Them)
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5 Hidden Fire Hazards in Your Kitchen (And How to Fix Them)

Check five everyday kitchen fire hazards, improve your cooking routine, and understand when to leave and ca...

4 min read
Vehicle Fire Prevention: 7 Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Car Safe
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Vehicle Fire Prevention: 7 Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Car Safe

A vehicle fire is every driver's nightmare. While many people think of fires only in the context of high-sp...

2 min read
Summer Road Trip Safety: Is Your Car Fire-Ready?
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Summer Road Trip Safety: Is Your Car Fire-Ready?

Summer is the season for road trips, but the extreme heat and long hours on the road can put extra strain o...

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Fire Safety Checklist: Is Your Home and Car Ready for an Emergency?
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Fire Safety Checklist: Is Your Home and Car Ready for an Emergency?

An emergency doesn't wait for you to be ready—it forces you to act. The best way to stay calm and safe is t...

2 min read

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