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October Is Fire Safety Month. Are You Really Prepared?

(HIT) - In 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. People in the upper levels of multi-story homes can be left trapped with no way out. When a fire escape ladder is built into the interior of your home, it makes escaping a fire faster and safer than portable ladder alternatives.

To assure the fire escape ladder you select and install will provide your family with the best chance of escaping easily and quickly, primary consideration needs to focus on five safety factors:

the ladder cannot be misplaced
no installation is required during an emergency
faster escape is essential
climbing assistance strap is available for exiting safety
the ladder is reusable to allow for practice drills



	When seconds are all you have, the Werner Fire Escape Ladder releases from its recessed compartment under an upstairs window—providing an instant escape route for the entire family.

These factors help determine the effectiveness of your fire escape plan by outlining how easy a ladder is to use and how quickly it can be setup. Choose the fire escape ladder that provides your family with the best chance of escaping easily and quickly.

Escape to Safety in 30 Seconds or Less

When you install the Werner Fire Escape Ladder in your 2-or 3-story home, it means here is no more searching for a portable ladder, preparing and mounting it on the windowsill before you and your family can climb down to safety. Werner’s unique design allows you to simply open the door, release the ladder and escape to safety in 30 seconds or less.



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Designed for use over any size windowsill and multilevel rooflines, this essential home safety product uses a first-step assistance strap to aid the secure exit of all members of the family. Heavy duty, heat-resistant, nylon webbing secures the grooved, anti-slip, flat rungs. The ladder supports up to 1,200 lbs., allowing multiple family members to escape at the same time…and provides fire rescue professionals access, even in full gear.

According to Werner's Stacy Gardella, the compact Fire Safety Ladder is a natural extension of Werner’s commitment to safety both on the job and in the home.



	Escape ... The Werner Fire Escape Ladder supports up to 1,200 lbs., allowing multiple family members to escape at the same time...and provides fire rescue professionals access, even in full gear.

“As the world’s leading ladder manufacturer, we are pleased to extend our capabilities to make this life-saving model available to families everywhere. Smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are not enough—a method of escape is crucial. The United States Fire Administration believes that having a sound escape plan will greatly reduce fire deaths and protect you and your family if a fire occurs.”

Werner’s Fire Escape Ladder repacks easily and is always available for practice drills, an essential part of home fire safety. The three-step installation is easy and can be performed by a handy homeowner or by a professional carpenter or handyman in about one hour. The unit recesses into a standard 4" wall and can be painted or wallpapered to match the room’s décor.

The full line of Werner safety equipment is currently available through selected retailers and online. For more information on fire safety, fire escape planning, and the Werner Fire Escape Ladder, please visit www.wernerfireescapeladder.com.

About Werner Ladder Company:

Werner Co. is America's #1 brand in ladders and a world leader manufacturing and distributor of ladders, climbing equipment and ladder accessories for Werner, Green Bull, Keller, and other licensed brands. Backed by over 60 years of product innovation, Werner leads the industry with its commitment to the design and manufacture of quality products that meet or exceed applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) codes and standards for strength and structural integrity. Werner is headquartered in Greenville, Pennsylvania. For more information about Werner Co., please visit www.wernerladder.com.

Courtesy: Home Improvement News and Information Center

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