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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL • AUGUST 29, 2018 • 11A LCCC announces Cultural Opportunity Grants, grant-writing workshops Th e Lane County Cul- tural Coalition (LCCC) of- fers Cultural Opportunity Grants to provide county recognition and support to signifi cant cultural pro- grams and projects, pre- serving and enhancing Lane County’s diverse arts, heri- tage, and humanities eff orts. Cultural Opportuni- ty Grants are available to for-profi t and nonprofi t or- ganizations and individuals to support access, awareness, and education for programs and projects related to arts, heritage and humanities. Grant amounts range from $500 to $2,500. For several years, LCCC has hosted several grant writing workshops around Lane County to assist fi rst time grant writers. Th ese workshops are formatted to encourage individual art- ists as well as assist all grant seekers in their grant prepa- ration. A grant-writing workshop will take place Monday, Sept. 17, beginning at 2 p.m., at the Opal Center for Arts & Education, 513 E Main St, Cottage Grove. LCCC is now accepting applications for grants to fund projects happening in 2019. Applications must be de- livered to by 5 p.m. on Mon- day, Oct. 15. For more information about workshops, grant ap- plications, and grant guide- lines, visit the LCCC website at www.laneculture.net. Seven years after state requires CO protection in homes, alarms are approaching expiration date Th anks to Th e Lofgren and Zander Memorial Act of 2010 (House Bill 3450), Ore- gonians have been protected by the bill’s expansion in the scope of carbon monoxide (CO) protection throughout the state. Th is groundbreak- ing bill phased in require- ments for CO alarm installa- tion in residential properties, beginning with rental proper- ties in 2010, and expanding to new single- and multi-family dwellings, as well as existing dwellings upon sale or trans- fer, in 2011. Since then, Or- egon has led the country in protecting its residents from the dangers of this invisible, odorless and potentially fa- tal gas, with dozens of other states following suit. However, alarms don’t last forever, and seven years im- plementation of HB 3450 it’s time to replace CO alarms as they approach expiration. Known as the “silent killer,” CO is a colorless and odor- less gas that is impossible to detect without a sensing de- vice. 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It’s critical to have appliances inspected by certifi ed licensed techni- cians, assure that loved ones are educated on the dangers of carbon monoxide, and develop a family escape plan in the event of a CO emer- gency. CO poisoning can cause symptoms such as nausea, headaches, dizziness, chest pain and vomiting that mimic those of many other illnesses, making it diffi cult to diagnose. In severe poi- soning cases, victims can experience disorientation, unconsciousness, long-term neurological disabilities, cardiorespiratory failure or death. While alarm lifespans may vary by model and manufac- turer, back in 2011, a properly maintained CO alarm had a lifespan of approximately fi ve to seven years. Th erefore, CO alarms installed when Ore- gon’s CO law fully came into eff ect are likely now due for replacement. In addition to replacing CO alarms as they reach expira- tion, here are some tips and tools for keeping yourself and loved ones safer from the dan- gers of carbon monoxide: Important Safety Steps • Install alarms. CO alarms are the only way to detect this poisonous gas. Th e National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends install- ing alarms on every level of the home and near each sleep- ing area for maximum pro- tection. Also make sure the alarms are installed at least 15 feet away from sources of CO to reduce the possibility of nuisance alarms. It is also im- portant to test alarms month- ly and change batteries every six months, unless the alarm is powered by a sealed, 10- year battery. • Test alarms regularly. All First Alert alarms are equipped with a test/silence button for easy testing. • Never use generators in- doors. In the case of a power outage, portable electric gen- erators must be used outside only (at least 15 feet from your home). Never use them inside the home, in a garage or in any confi ned area that can allow CO to collect. And, be careful to follow operat- ing instructions closely. Also, refrain from using charcoal grills, camp stoves and other similar devices indoors. • Be mindful of the garage. Never leave a vehicle run- ning inside an attached ga- rage, even if the door is open, it is hazardous, as CO can leak into the home. • Have fuel-burning ap- pliances inspected regularly. Arrange for a professional inspection of all fuel-burning appliances (such as furnac- es, stoves, fi replaces, clothes dryers, water heaters and space heaters) annually. • Plan Your Escape –To develop an eff ective escape plan, walk through your home and inspect all possi- ble exits and escape routes. Identify two ways out of each room, including windows and doors. Practice your home emergency escape plan at least twice a year and make sure to plan a meeting spot. Th at way, if there is an emergency, everyone knows where to meet. • Call 911. If an alarm sounds, leave the home im- mediately and move to fresh air. Th en call 911 and do not go back into the home until the home is inspected and cleared. For more information on fi re and carbon monoxide safety, visit www.fi rstalert. com.