Fire Prevention
What is the primary cause of home fires?
Cooking related accidents
What number should you call in case of a fire emergency?
911
What type of fire extinguisher is commonly found in homes?
A-B-C type extinguisher
Why should you create a fire escape plan?
To make sure everyone knows how to safely exit the home in case of a fire.
Myth or fact: fire alarms will always wake you up from a deep sleep.
Myth. Some may not wake up so a family member should make sure everyone is awake.
Name one way to prevent electrical fires.
Answers may vary.
What is the first thing you should do if you hear a smoke alarm?
Leave (evacuate the building immediately)
What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?
Stop, Drop, and Roll
Myth or fact: You should open windows to let smoke out during a fire.
Myth. Opening windows can feed the fire with oxygen.
Why is it important to keep flammable materials away from heat?
To prevent accidental fires
Use the back of your hand to feel if the door is hot.
Why is it important to have a working smoke detector in your home?
Alerts you quickly allowing you to get out.
How can you safely store flammable liquids?
In a cool dry place away from heat.
Myth or Fact: Water can be used to put out any fire.
Myth. Water should not be used to put out grease or electrical fires.
What should you do with matches and lighters to prevent fires?
Keep them out of reach of children and on high shelves.
What is the purpose of a fire drill?
To practice safe evacuation procedures.
What should you do if a fire extinguisher does not stop a fire?
Leave immediately and call the fire department.
Block the door with a wet cloth and signal for help from a window.
Myth or fact: You should hide from a fire in a closet.
Myth. You should always try to evacuate or signal for help.
What role does regular maintenance of appliances play in fire prevention?
Helps identify and fix potential hazards before they happen
Why should you stay low to the ground during a fire evacuation?
Smoke rises, so staying low helps you breath cleaner air.
How often should you check the batteries in your smoke detectors?
At least once a month.
Why is it important to have multiple exits in your fire escape plan?
In case one exit is blocked by fire, you have alternative routes.
Myth or Fact: It's safe to go back into a burning building to save belongings.
Myth. Never re-enter a burning building once you are outside.