Whether a child, adult, or older person, fire safety is one of the most important things to learn and prepare.  Thankfully, there are many tips and tricks to prevent and survive a fire.

Prevention Tips

There are a few steps one can take to prevent fires from happening.  One of the main steps is getting a fire protection systems NYC like smoke detectors.  Installing these is the first line of defense if a fire does occur.  Install these throughout the home, and remember to test them once a month to make sure the batteries are good.  If possible, installing a sprinkler system is also a great way to prevent or stop fire spread.

Another crucial tip is not leaving cooking appliances such as stoves, ovens, toasters, irons, or grills unattended.  These can cause a fire quickly.  Candles should also not ever be left alone.

In Case of Fire

Sometimes, all the fire prevention in the world is not enough to keep the fire away.  Sometimes the worst happens, and it is crucial to know how to deal with it in those cases.

In case of fire, the first thing to remember is to get out of the home or building, remain outside, and calling the local emergency number immediately.  If the fire is in a building with multiple people inside, yelling “fire!” while exiting will warn others to flee.  It will also be essential to check the door handles. If they are warm to the touch, do not open them and head towards a separate exit.

In case of smoke, make sure to get low to the ground and go under the smoke to escape.  Once outside, head to the meeting place agreed upon ahead of time.

Preventing and preparing for fires is imperative and crucial for every family or workplace to be ready because sometimes it is avoidable.