Chimney Safety Institute of America

In Observance Of Fire Prevention Week, The CSIA Reminds Homeowners To Be Proactive

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Thursday, October 1, 2020
Articles, Chimneys, Safety, Chimney Safety Institute of America, Occupational safety and health, Euthenics, CSIA, Kitchen, Firefighter, Fire safety

"The most important step you should take before you begin making a meal is to 'Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!

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  • "The most important step you should take before you begin making a meal is to 'Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!
  • '," said Chuck Roydhouse, President of the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA).
  • As a retired career firefighter, I have seen many homes damaged and people injured by kitchen fires that could easily have been prevented."
  • For more tips and simple steps to reduce fire hazards in the kitchen, the CSIA and NFPA encourage homeowners to visit fpw.org .

The CSIA Shares Fire Safety Tips In Honor Of National Chimney Safety Week

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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PLAINFIELD, Ind., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Each year, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and thousands of industry professionals spend the last week in September sharing chimney safety tips and educating homeowners on how to best maintain and use their chimneys and fireplaces.

Key Points: 
  • PLAINFIELD, Ind., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Each year, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and thousands of industry professionals spend the last week in September sharing chimney safety tips and educating homeowners on how to best maintain and use their chimneys and fireplaces.
  • Designated National Chimney Safety Week by the CSIA back in 1978, this annual observance serves as a reminder to homeowners to take fire safety into their own hands and to schedule annual maintenance services prior to using their fireplaces each year.
  • The mission of the CSIA and the goal of National Chimney Safety Week is to lower these numbers dramatically by training industry professionals and educating homeowners on the importance of proper chimney maintenance.
  • The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is a nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors dedicated to the education, training, and certification of chimney and industry related professionals.

Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) Expands Certifications

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Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Chimneys, Chimney Safety Institute of America, Articles, Fire, Chimney sweep, Safety, Modern chimney cleaning, CSIA, National Chimney Sweep Guild

The CSIA's mission is to reduce the fire and carbon monoxide risk associated with chimney venting and clothes dryers, and the organization has been the industry leader in chimney and venting education for nearly 40 years.

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  • The CSIA's mission is to reduce the fire and carbon monoxide risk associated with chimney venting and clothes dryers, and the organization has been the industry leader in chimney and venting education for nearly 40 years.
  • This new credential will create an education and training path consisting of additional academic and hands-on education for CSIA-Certified Chimney Sweep credential holders on their way to becoming CSIA-Master Chimney Sweeps.
  • The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is a nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors dedicated to the education, training, and certification of chimney and industry related professionals.
  • Additionally, we strive to advance public awareness about the dangers of chimney fires and other problems related to the maintenance and performance of chimney and venting systems.

With The Uncertainty Surrounding COVID-19, A Leading Fire Safety Organization Urges Homeowners To Schedule Chimney Inspections & Cleanings Early This Year

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Articles, CSIA, Business process, Inspection, Business, Fireplace, Chimneys, Chimney Safety Institute of America

These fires resulted in an average of 60 injuries, 20 deaths, and $116.4 million in property loss per year.

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  • These fires resulted in an average of 60 injuries, 20 deaths, and $116.4 million in property loss per year.
  • Annual chimney inspections and cleanings can help homeowners avoid the dangers of fireplace use and all but eliminate their risk of injury, property loss, and loss of life.
  • And when scheduled with a CSIA-certified chimney technician, homeowners can be confident that the inspection and sweeping process will be conducted thoroughly and correctly.
  • But perhaps this year it is even more vital to schedule early, as we head into flu season with the added threat and uncertainty of COVID-19.

When Assessing Property Damage From Hurricane Isaias, The CSIA Reminds Homeowners To Look Up

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Thursday, August 20, 2020
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PLAINFIELD, Ind., Aug. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of hurricane Isaias, homeowners all along the East Coast are assessing property damage and contacting insurance companies.

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  • PLAINFIELD, Ind., Aug. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of hurricane Isaias, homeowners all along the East Coast are assessing property damage and contacting insurance companies.
  • But the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) urges homeowners to remember one area of the home that often gets missed when assessing storm damage: the chimney.
  • In addition to limb and tree damage, masonry chimneys can also undergo damage as a result of the heavy rain that comes with these strong storms.
  • For those with property damage due to hurricane Isaias, the CSIA recommends that a Level 2 inspection be scheduled with a CSIA-certified chimney technician.

National Chimney Safety Week Set for Sept. 30 - Oct. 6

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Monday, September 24, 2018
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PLAINFIELD, Ind., Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the nation's only non-profit organization dedicated to the education, training, and certification of chimney and venting technicians, leads efforts to promote the industry's annual awareness week National Chimney Safety Week.

Key Points: 
  • PLAINFIELD, Ind., Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the nation's only non-profit organization dedicated to the education, training, and certification of chimney and venting technicians, leads efforts to promote the industry's annual awareness week National Chimney Safety Week.
  • There are over 22,000 known residential damage causing chimney fires annually (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission).
  • "Chimney fires are preventable," says CSIA and National Chimney Sweep Guild Director of Education, Russ Dimmitt.
  • Our nationally recognized credentials include the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep, CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician, and CSIA Master Chimney Sweep.