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February Safety Meeting

This month’s safety meeting topic is Fire Safety and Prevention.  You should have received the safety newsletter flyer in your weekly mail earlier this month.  If you haven’t scheduled your safety meeting yet, please do so!  To read more about safety meetings click here.

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Annual Fire Suppression Testing

Did you know it’s time for annual fire suppression testing? Concept

For properties that have fire sprinkler systems, we wish to remind you that February is fire suppression system testing month.  Cambridge has contracted with qualified third party testing companies to make sure your property receives the proper testing and certification of a fire suppression system.

You should expect to be contacted by one of the testing companies noted below during the second half of February each year.  Please make every effort to accommodate the testing company’s schedule by being prepared to serve notices to enter and complete testing and certification of your property’s fire suppression system.

If you are not contacted between February 18 and February 28th, please contact your supervisor or Scott Busch on March 1st for further directions.

Oregon, Portland Metro Area

United Fire & Safety

503-249-0771

Fire Systems West

360-693-9906

Idaho

Treasure Valley Fire Protection

208-362-1888

California

Bass Fire Protection

(530) 273-6857

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Power Outages & Black Outs

metersIn the event of power outages or black outs employees can be prepared by doing the following:

  • Have a phone which doesn’t require electricity to operate.
  • Post the emergency number for your electric utility so it’s handy in case you need to call.
  • Notify the Site Employee Resource Center if your power is out so we can be of assistance.
  • Keep flashlights in the office, and/or common areas with charged batteries.
  • Remember when you are using the computer to always save files promptly.  In the event of a power outage this could mean you only lose the last few minutes of unsaved data.
  • Have a surge protector with battery back-up for your computer and printer.  These can be purchased from Office Depot.  If you are unsure which type you need contact All Tech 1 for assistance (503) 598-8408.
  • Keep computer back-up tapes safe.
  • Be aware of residents who require electricity for medical or mobility reasons.
  • Warn residents to be careful when using candles or oil lamps for substitute light.
  • Make sure all residents are aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning.  Many people die each year when they try to heat their homes with portable gas heaters, gas stoves, or propane grills.