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SMOKE ALARMS
·
Have a working smoke alarm outside each sleeping area, inside
each sleeping area, and on each level of your home.
·
Test smoke alarms monthly and change the batteries at least once
a year. Do not change the battery if you have a lithium battery.
The alarm will let out a periodic “chirping” sound when it needs
a new battery.
· Install smoke
alarms away from air vents.
· Install smoke
alarms on the ceiling or wall, at least 4 inches from the
corners.
· When affixed to
walls, smoke alarms should be between 4 and 12 inches from the
ceiling.
· Never disable or
remove smoke alarm batteries.
ESCAPE
PLANNING
· Develop a fire
escape plan with the members of your household and practice
often.
· Know two ways to
exit from every room in your home.
· Make sure that
safety bars on windows can be opened from inside your home.
· Crawl low, under
smoke.
· Feel closed doors.
If hot, use another exit.
· Identify a place
to meet outside in case of fire. Never re-enter a burning
building.
· Escape first. Then
call 9-1-1 for emergency assistance.
FIRE
SAFETY
· Keep clothes,
blankets, curtains and other combustibles at least three feet
from portable heaters.
· Place portable
heaters where they will not tip over easily.
· Have chimneys
cleaned and inspected annually by a professional.
· Clear the area
around the hearth of debris, flammables and decorative
materials.
· Always use a metal
mesh screen with fireplaces and leave glass doors open while
burning a fire.
· Keep clothes,
towels and other combustibles away from stove burners.
· Never leave
cooking unattended.
· Be sure your stove
and small appliances are off before going to bed.
· Check for frayed
wires and do not run cords under rugs or furniture.
· Never overload
electrical sockets.
· Keep lighters and
matches out of the reach of children.
· Never leave
cigarettes unattended.
· Never smoke in
bed.
Click on the
links below for more information on fire safety.
U.S. fire Administration
National Fire Protection Association
Dallas Fire-Rescue Fire Prevention and Education page
Dallas Fire-Rescue Holiday Safety page
Click here to find out about any of the fire education programs,
or to schedule one for your group, please call
(214) 670-4633.
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