CHILDREN AND FIRE SAFETY

• Keep lighters and matches away from children.
• Teach children how to call for emergency assistance.
• Use safety plugs in electrical outlets.

HOME FIRE ESCAPE PLAN

• Have an escape plan and make sure all family members know it.
• Practice the plan every six months.
• Keep emergency numbers, a whistle, and a flashlight near the telephone.
• Identify an outside meeting place.
• Never return into a burning building.
• Know "Stop, Drop and Roll"
• Know how to call for emergency assistance.

FIRE SAFETY TECHNOLOGY

• Keep a fire extinguisher handy. especially in the kitchen.
• Place smoke detectors near bedrooms.
• Make sure there is a smoke detector on every floor of the house and in the garage.
• Test the batteries and clean dust from smoke detectors monthly.
• Change the batteries at least once a year.
• Keep smoke detectors away from air vents.
• Place smoke detectors at least 4 to 6 inches away from walls and corners. Replace old smoke detectors.
• Many experts believe the useful life of a smoke detector is about ten years.