Many lives are saved from house fires every year due to those people learning and practicing fire preparedness in their homes. Being prepared for fire is the best way to avoid the costs it can have. Every family needs to know what to do in the event that smoke detectors wake them up in the middle of the night.
An escape plan is important in surviving a fire. This kind of plan goes all the way down to the youngest member of the family. If you and your family do not have one, then it is time to sit down and make one. You need to be sure that that everyone is clear about what to do if a fire breaks out. Have the kids name the exits they are to take and walk through the escape route. You should do this at least every other month.
Do you and your kids know what to do if trapped in a room by fire? Would you know what to do if you woke up in a smoke filled room? These are the kinds of things that you can learn from a fireman. Take your family and visit your local fire department for information about these kinds of situations. Make a place for everyone to meet at outside your home if there is a fire. This way you will know who is out and who is not.
One thing to make clear to everyone in your family is that not one single possession they own is worth going into a burning home to retrieve once you are out. Make it clear that no one should ever go back in the burning house, no matter what is left behind. Make sure your children understand that material possessions can be replaced, but life cannot.
Take the time to make install new batteries in the smoke detectors in your home. Test them on a regular basis and write down this schedule and keep it in a safe place. You can get fire extinguishers from your local fire department as well. Make sure these also remain in good working condition. A fireman will be glad to help you in learning how to use a fire extinguisher if you do not know how.
Kitchen mishaps are one of the greatest causes of house fires. Being cautious while cooking cannot be stressed enough. The least little spark can get out of hand. Never leave the kitchen while you have food on the stove. Make sure that you always keep flammable items like pot holders and dish towels away from stove burners. Remember to not let pots boil dry of liquids as well.
Winter time is when the number of house fires increases a lot. This is due to the use of heating sources. If you use a space heater, a wood stove or fireplace, then you should practice extra care around them. Make sure that everyone in your family knows the safety precautions that need to be taken with these kinds of heaters. Many homes have burned to the ground due to kerosene heaters and other kinds of space heaters because blankets or paper was too near to them.
You and your family should always make sure to practice together the ways to escape a fire in your home. If you have children, talk to your local fire department about teaching aids they can give you about fire preparedness for your children.
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