Fire often happens when the cause is left unattended, and that probability heightens when you are either asleep or far away from your home. It continues to kill many people across the globe, with normal activities of daily living cited as the main cause. Read on for some tips on preventing fire in your home.
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Don't play with fire
Take extra care when cooking, as this is the leading cause of death due to fire outbursts. Keep the handles of your pots turned inward to decrease your chances of knocking them over. Wear tight fitting sleeves under your apron and don't leave the stove or oven unattended when they are on. Don't let children use kitchen appliances unsupervised. Even matches and lighters can be deadly in the hands of a child, so store them in a locked area. Make sure that they understand how matches and lighters should only be used by adults. Save emergency numbers in all of your cell phones, post them near telephones, and have the children memorize them.
Unplug all your appliances when you leave. Get rid of your house rodents to maintain all your appliances and cords in good condition. Be careful not to overload extension cords. If an appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately and have it repaired.
Install one smoke detector on every level of your home. These are helpful in fire detection because they can sense abnormal amounts of smoke or invisible combustion gases in the air. Check them regularly and change their batteries at least once a year. Increase your protection by adding fire extinguishers on every floor and in your kitchen.
Never smoke in bed, even if you’re awake and alert. Cigarettes are the next biggest cause of death from inadvertent fire outbursts.
Strategize a plan against the fire
Make sure all family members know what to do when disaster strikes. Check your home for your best possible exit points. Test windows and doors. Make sure they open easy enough, and are wide and tall enough. Draw a floor plan with at least two ways of escaping every room. Show important details such as stairs, hallways and windows. It is also a good idea to keep a bell and flashlight in each bedroom.
Conduct a timed fire drill and practice alerting members of the family with yelling, whistling, and pounding on walls. Practice crawling and staying low to the ground as well. Emphasize that escape should only take you less than ten minutes, as danger increases over time.
Survive the fire
You will most probably be groggy upon waking up, so you will need to practice heightened awareness. Just roll out of bed and stay low. One breath of smoke or gas may be enough to kill you. Feel all doors before opening them. If a door is hot, get out another way, for that means that the fire is worse in the next room. Keep your presence of mind so as not to panic. Learn to stop, drop to the ground, and roll if your clothes catch fire.
Visit http://www.spsservices.com.au/ for more information on fire detection, prevention, and management.
For more information, visit this website http://firesafety.bravesites.com/entries/general/fire-detection-can-save-your-home
Don't play with fire
Take extra care when cooking, as this is the leading cause of death due to fire outbursts. Keep the handles of your pots turned inward to decrease your chances of knocking them over. Wear tight fitting sleeves under your apron and don't leave the stove or oven unattended when they are on. Don't let children use kitchen appliances unsupervised. Even matches and lighters can be deadly in the hands of a child, so store them in a locked area. Make sure that they understand how matches and lighters should only be used by adults. Save emergency numbers in all of your cell phones, post them near telephones, and have the children memorize them.
Unplug all your appliances when you leave. Get rid of your house rodents to maintain all your appliances and cords in good condition. Be careful not to overload extension cords. If an appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately and have it repaired.
Install one smoke detector on every level of your home. These are helpful in fire detection because they can sense abnormal amounts of smoke or invisible combustion gases in the air. Check them regularly and change their batteries at least once a year. Increase your protection by adding fire extinguishers on every floor and in your kitchen.
Never smoke in bed, even if you’re awake and alert. Cigarettes are the next biggest cause of death from inadvertent fire outbursts.
Strategize a plan against the fire
Make sure all family members know what to do when disaster strikes. Check your home for your best possible exit points. Test windows and doors. Make sure they open easy enough, and are wide and tall enough. Draw a floor plan with at least two ways of escaping every room. Show important details such as stairs, hallways and windows. It is also a good idea to keep a bell and flashlight in each bedroom.
Conduct a timed fire drill and practice alerting members of the family with yelling, whistling, and pounding on walls. Practice crawling and staying low to the ground as well. Emphasize that escape should only take you less than ten minutes, as danger increases over time.
Survive the fire
You will most probably be groggy upon waking up, so you will need to practice heightened awareness. Just roll out of bed and stay low. One breath of smoke or gas may be enough to kill you. Feel all doors before opening them. If a door is hot, get out another way, for that means that the fire is worse in the next room. Keep your presence of mind so as not to panic. Learn to stop, drop to the ground, and roll if your clothes catch fire.
Visit http://www.spsservices.com.au/ for more information on fire detection, prevention, and management.
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