Talking about fire safety is one of the most important
conversations you can have with your child. What they learn will help them in
the event of any fire at any time in their lives. Consider talking to your
child about these fire safety lessons:
Show your child how to safely exit a room in the event of
a fire emergency. There are always two ways to get out of a room. If necessary,
show them how to use an emergency
escape ladder. Remind them that they should always use stairways and never
an elevator.
Demonstrate how to
use a door to tell if it’s safe to leave the room. Remember to look under the
door for smoke and to never touch a doorknob when scoping out the situation. If the door is compromised,
tell them to use the other exit.
When telling them how to leave a building, if safe, crawl
on the floor and cover their mouths and nose with their shirt. This will
prevent them from inhaling smoke or other dangerous fumes. Tell them not to
stop for belongings or pets. When outside, tell them to stay outside and find
an emergency responder if another family member is not around.
Teaching children about fire safety is extremely
beneficial. In addition to your conversation, consider finding a community
event where your local fire department is attending. Letting your child talk to
first responders and see what equipment they use can not only be enriching for
them, but can also solidify your safety talks. Either way, your child is bound
to learn a lot and be safe in the event of a fire!
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