Fire Drill!
Creating a Family Fire Plan for Your HomeBy Jamie Moore
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Take time to explain to children how important they are when it comes to helping their younger and older family members during a fire, urges Kilpeck. Matthew Bergeron is living proof that even a 5-year-old can play an important role in family fire plans.
At home you might already keep flashlights on hand for power outages and first aid supplies for injuries, but are you as well prepared for a house fire? Here's a list of home fire safety items recommended by Judy Comoletti, director of public education at the National Fire Protection Association. – One on each level and outside all sleeping areas. Test them monthly and change batteries at least once a year or when the alarm "chirps" (low battery indicator). Replace smoke alarms that are more than 10 years old. – Consider installing sprinklers that can control or extinguish small fires in less time than it takes the fire department to arrive. – Add them to windows and doors with security bars. Make sure everyone in the house can operate them. – If the windows you plan to use as a second way out don't lead to a roof or balcony, consider purchasing a sturdy escape ladder that is tested and approved by a testing laboratory. Store it near the window. |
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