1. Fire Safety

2. In 2011 fire departments responded to 370,000 home structure fires

3. Main Topics Common fire hazards Ways to reduce fire risk Fire safety and escape plans

4. Common Fire Hazards

5. Living Room Fire place Space heater Extension chords

6. Bedroom Heating blankets Extension cords Smoking in bed

7. Bathroom Light bulbs Hot appliances Candles

8. Kitchen Most common place for fires Unattended items cooking Loose clothing Appliance chords

9. Basement Water heater/furnace Clothes dryer Outlet overload

10. Ways to Reduce Fire Risk

11. Power Cords and Outlets Extension cord capacity should match appliance Do not use as permanent wiring Cover unused outlets with safety caps Do not plug multiple extension cords together

12. Candles Never touch or move lit candle Never touch recently used candle Keep 1 foot away from flammable items Never leave burning when you leave home Keep out of reach from children

13. Water Heater & Furnace Should have yearly maintenance Keep items at least 3 feet away

14. Fire Place & Chimney Have chimney cleaned yearly by professional Make sure the fire place flue fully opens and closes Keep flammables at least 3 feet away

15. Dryer Clean dryer filter after every load Never dry things that have been in contact with flammable liquids Have gas-powered dryers inspected yearly by professional

16. Fire Safety & Escape Planning

17. Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors Should have smoke detector on each floor and outside of every bedroom Test smoke alarms monthly Keep clear of dust Replace batteries once a year

18. Fire Extinguisher Have at least one P-A-S-S

19. Fire Escape Plan Know several ways to exit the home Have safe meeting point established Practice plan often

20. Review Remember common fire hazards Follow ways to reduce fire risk Have fire safety and escape plan More information www.nfpa.org