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Keep Warm, Keep Safe
State Fire Marshall Stephen Coan and all the members of the Massachusetts fire service are concerned that high energy prices this winter might also lead to an increase in fires from heating. Heating is the second leading cause of home fires in Massachusetts. It is important to Keep Warm, Keep Safe this winter.
With the high cost of fuels, many of us might be tempted to skimp on preventative maintenance, but that could be penny wise and pound foolish. Furnaces and chimneys should be checked by a professional every year before the start of the heating season.
Unvented kerosene heaters are illegal in Massachusetts because they are so dangerous, but if you shop in neighboring states they may be for sale legally. Be safe and leave them out of state. They pose not only a fire risk, but also produce carbon monoxide.
WOOD, PELLET, AND COAL STOVES require a PERMIT from the BUILDING INSPECTOR to ensure they are installed safely and properly.
SPACE HEATERS can provide a little extra warmth in a cold or drafty corner or shop, but are not designed to replace household heating systems. One of every 14 space heater fires results in a fire death. Also, using extension cords with space heaters causes a lot of electrical fires.
For more information from the MA Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, click here.
REMEMBER: KEEP WARM, KEEP SAFE
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The Building Inspector is appointed annually by the Millbury Town Manager (Millbury Town Charter) to administer and enforce the Massachusetts State Building Code, 780 CMR, under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws. Chapter 30A.
The Building Inspector and his/her assistants administer and enforce Appendix D, Zoning, of the Millbury Town By-Laws (Appendix D, Articles 1 through 5, inclusive, of the Millbury Town By-Laws).
The Wiring Inspector is appointed annually by the Millbury Town Manager (Millbury Town Charter) to enforce and administer the Massachusetts Electrical Code, 527 CMR 12.00 under the provisions of the Massachusetts general Laws, Chapter 143, Section 31, annotated.
The Plumbing/Gas Inspector is appointed by the Millbury Town Manager(Millbury Town Charter) to administer and enforce the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code 248 CMR 2.00 and the Massachusetts Fuel Gas Code, 248 CMR 3.00 through 8.00 under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 142, Section 13, annotated.
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