Fire Safety Series
Holiday Safety
Holidays that involve candles, paper decorations, hot water, flames or fireworks can be especially dangerous to children. Holiday Safety lessons can make children aware that precautionary steps can prevent a fire or burn injury and give children examples of step to take to ensure safety during these special times.
Safe Seniors
Persons over the age of 55 can be at a greater risk of injury from fire and other household hazards, especially those living alone, and these risks increase as they age. Safe Senior lessons can help to remind them of important safe living tips, rules, and how to get help in the event of an emergency or injury.
Smoke Alarms
NFSC has developed a comprehensive program of educational materials addressing the single most important defense against injury by fire — smoke alarms. 94% of all homes in the U.S. have at least one smoke alarm, but surveys show that up to 1/2 of these smoke alarms do not work because the battery is either dead or missing.
Stop, Drop, Cover Your Face, and Roll
Avoiding panic if someone’s clothing catches fire is very important and can reduce the extent of injuries sustained. The NFSC Stop, Drop, (Cover), and Roll lessons can help teach children exactly what to do, step by step, in the event of a clothing fire. While “Stop, Drop, & Roll” is a common fire safety lesson these days, we have found that “Covering” one’s face and eyes is an important addition that can greatly reduce injuries.
Home Fire Hazards
Fire hazards can be found in any home. Lessons help children become aware of the importance of safety and how to keep their home fire-safe. They can help children learn to identify, avoid, and report hazards found in the home to adults so they can be corrected.