Pub. 3 2018 Issue 1

22 www.ctaahq.org Pitch I n : When c o l d weather and extreme snow storms hit, it is important for everyone to pitch in as the maintenance and leasing staff can’t handle it all themselves. Residents should be expected to do the following: • Clear snow around and in between vehicles. • Place snow onto grassy areas. • Not pl ace snow onto sidewalks, roadways, fire hydrants or other areas that have already been cleared. • Remove snow and ice from your driveway. Space Heaters: If utilizing a space heater to help further heat your apartment home, please read the manufacturer’s instructions and warning labels carefully. Some key things to consider are: • Keep it at least three f e e t awa y f r om a ny other object – including pape r s , c lot h i ng and r ug s and ma i nt a i n a three-foot radius around the space heaters where children and pets are not allowed. • Place space heaters on level, flat surfaces. Never place heaters on cabinets, tables, furniture or carpet. Be sure to never leave a space heater unattended, and turn it off when you’re leaving a room or going to sleep. • Plug space heaters directly into a wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord or power strip, which could overheat. Do not plug any other electrical Ovens & Candles: • Please do not in any instance use your oven to heat your apartment. While it is ok to cook with the oven door closed, leaving oven doors open, even just a crack, can omit carbon monoxide (CO), which can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. • When using cand les, please do not leave them unattended or burning c l os e to any pape r s , clothing, rugs or curtains Other Ways to Stay Warm at Home: If you do not have a space heater there are other means you can take to help keep you and your apartment home warm and cozy. TIPS FOR KEEPING RESIDENTS As much of the country continues to deal with extreme freeze, the Bainbridge Companies shares the following cold weather precautions and procedures to keep its residents safe and warm: