ROC Recovery Fund

COMMENTARY

• The Recovery Fund is a successful model of industry-funded consumer protection
• Claim limits on how much homeowners can recover from contractor damages
• Emphasis on using licensed contractors using the ROC’s website for researching contractor records
• Only 5% of Arizona contractors receive complaints; 1% have multiple complaints

Weekly To Do: Home Detectors

GUEST

• Mike Johnson II/Phoenix Fire Department

COMMENTARY

• Mike emphasizes smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as lifesavers
• Regular maintenance and testing smoke, carbon dioxide and water leak detectors
• Carbon monoxide is odorless and can mimic flu symptoms making detectors vital
• Placement of smoke detectors is on ceilings or high on walls
• Carbon monoxide detectors have more flexible placement
• Fire extinguishers vary by type, intended use and require proper training

CALLER

• Art reveals a critical wiring mistake disabling smoke detectors

Mission Of Phoenix Fire

COMMENTARY

• Motto: ‘Prevent Harm, Period. Service, Period. Be Nice’
• Use of drones in mountain rescues and hazardous materials situations enhance safety
• Safety advice
  • Detectors in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas and every home level
  • Test monthly and replace every 7-10 years
• New building codes require hardwired and interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

RESOURCE

• Phoenix Firefighter Recruit Training