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Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire

FROM THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION

Description:
This recall involves models PI2010 and PI9010 of Kidde dual sensor (photoelectric and ionization) smoke alarms. “KIDDE” is printed on the front center of the smoke alarm. The model number and date code are printed on the back of the alarm.
Model: PI9010 (DC/battery powered) — Date Code: 2016 Sep. 10 through 2017 Oct. 13
Model: PI2010 (AC/hardwired) — Date Code: 2016 Sep. 10 through 2017 Oct. 13

Remedy:
Consumers should remove the alarm from the wall/ceiling and visually inspect it through the opening on the side of the alarm for the presence of a yellow cap. Consumers should not attempt to take apart the alarm, open the casing, or otherwise remove the yellow cap themselves. If a yellow cap is present, the consumer should immediately contact Kidde to receive instructions and request a free replacement smoke alarm. They should remove and discard the recalled smoke alarm only after they receive and install the replacement alarm. If no yellow cap is present, consumers should reinstall the smoke alarm and no further action is needed.

Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received one report of the yellow protective cap being present on a smoke alarm before it was installed in a consumer’s home. No reports of incidents or injuries as a result of a yellow cap being present have been reported.

Sold At:
Menards, The Home Depot, Walmart and other department, home and hardware stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, ShopKidde.com and other websites from September 2016 through January 2018 for between $20 and $40.

Manufacturer(s):
Fyrnetics Limited, of Hong Kong

Importer(s):
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Company Inc., of Mebane, N.C.

Distributor(s):
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Company Inc., of Mebane, N.C.

Manufactured In:
China

Recall number:
18-128

Consumer Contact:
Kidde toll-free at 833-551-7739 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, or online at www.kidde.com and click on “Product Safety Recall” for more information.

Request for Proposals/Qualifications — Audit Services

The Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District (the District) is pleased to offer an opportunity to qualified firms to respond to this invitation to provide audit services reflective of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards to the special purpose district that provides fire protection and medical emergency services within the established geographical boundaries of the service area.

This request period is open from Monday, March 19, 2018 through Thursday, April 19, 2018.

Proposals received after the closing time/date will not be accepted or considered.

For complete details, interested partied should download the full RFP/RFQ details and specifications HERE.

Commission Meeting — February 27, 2018

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
February 27, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

Invocation

Pledge of Allegiance

Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law

Approval of January Minutes

Public Comments* ‐‐ Items on the Agenda (30 Minute Total Limit on Public Comment)

Old Business
- Scholarship Discussion Update
- AFLAC
- LED Lighting Update
- Security Keypad Update
- Real Estate Update

Treasurer’s Report
- January Financials

Fire Chief’s Report

Executive Session pursuant to Section 30‐4‐70(a)(1) of the Code of Laws of South Carolina, for the purpose of discussing compensation of an employee or employees, Section 30‐4‐70(a)(2) for the purpose of discussing negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements, Section 30‐4‐70(a)(3) regarding the development of security personnel or devices, and Section 30‐4‐70(a)(4) regarding investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct..**

**Upon returning to open session, the Commission may take action on matters discussed in executive session.

New Business
- Fraud
- Audit Quotes

Public Comments* ‐‐ Items Not on the Agenda (30 Minute Total Limit on Public Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)

Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on February 21, 2018 at 9:46 p.m. Updated on February 26, 2018 at 4:52 p.m.)

Vornado Air Recalls Cribside Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

FROM THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION

Description:
This recall involves Vornado Sunny CS (cribside) model EH1-0090 electric space heaters. They were sold in white with an accent of melon and gray colors. The heaters measure approximately 12 inches high, 8 inches deep and 11 inches at the base. The controls are mounted in a soft touch panel on the top of the unit with a multi-color display in the center of the control panel. “Vornadobaby” is printed on the side of the heater. The Vornado logo is printed on the front center of the unit. The model/type “SUNNY CS EH1-0090” and serial number are printed on a silver decal on the bottom of the unit under the elastic cord wrap. The recalled heaters have the numbers 1 and 7 as the fourth and fifth digits of the serial number (XXX17-XXXXXX).

Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled space heaters, unplug them and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a free replacement unit, including free shipping.

Incidents/Injuries:
Vornado has received five reports of the electric heaters catching on fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:
Bed Bath & Beyond, buybuy Baby and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Vornado.com and other websites from October 2017 through December 2017 for about $100.

Importer(s):
Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kan.

Distributor(s):
Vornado Air LLC, of Andover, Kan.

Manufactured In:
China

Recall number:
18-088

Consumer Contact:
Contact Vornado toll-free at 844-205-7978 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.vornado.com and click on the recall graphic in the lower right corner of the homepage for more information.

History for the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District

From Left to Right: Commissioners J. R. Jackson, Joe Brown, Pam Hilsman, Diana Winkler, and Scott Owens

When the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District was established by the South Carolina General Assembly in 2015, commissioners were appointed to serve on the governing board until 2017, at which time, commissioners would be elected representatives.

On Monday, January 22, 2018, history was made as the first elected commission was sworn in.

Commissioners J.R. Jackson, Pam Hilsman, and Scott Owens were initial appointees who ran for the office in November.

Commissioner Diana Winkler ran for the office after being appointed by Governor McMaster to fill the unexpired portion of her husband Bart Winkler’s term when he retired from the commission in 2017.

Although Commissioner Joe Brown is new to the board, as a past chief of the department in its previous form, he isn’t new to Landrum or the fire service. Commissioner Brown decided to run after Commissioner Christopher Chestnut announced that he would not seek election to the post.

After each commissioner took the oath of office, the board elected its officers.

Pam Hilsman was re-elected as chair, Diana Winkler was elected vice chair, and J.R. Jackson was re-elected Secretary/Treasurer.

Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire

Request for Proposals/Qualifications — Audit Services

Commission Meeting — February 27, 2018

Vornado Air Recalls Cribside Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

History for the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District

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