Fire Safety Tips For Children

Below are ten tips for teaching children about fire safety, from an article written by Robin McClure, titled Top Tips for Teaching Kids About Fire Safety. Teaching children about fire safety, and practicing on a regular basis is very important, so that in the event of a fire children have a basis of what they should do in this situation. Robin McClure presents a wealth of information on teaching children good fire safety habits and keeping everyone safe. The full article can be read by clicking here.

1. Escape Route Planning

2. Windows Are For More Than Fresh Air

3. Second Floor Safety

4. Feeling Way to Safety

5. Use Songs to Teach What to Do

6. Smoke Detectors 101

7. Out Means Stay Out

8. It's In The Touch

9. Stop, Drop and Roll

10. Practice Monthly

Updated April 19, 2016

Child care providers, teachers and parents alike should partner together to teach children of all ages, and especially youngsters, about fire safety.

Here are 10 tips for teaching fire safety for kids.

Escape Route Planning

Designate two ways out of every room, if at all possible. Today’s media rooms (rooms created without windows) can create a particular fire entrapment issue, and parents should evaluate their home and establish a plan in those instances.

Windows Are For More Than Fresh Air

Make sure that windows are not stuck closed, that screens can be removed quickly, and that security bars can be opened. For parents in particular, if a child’s bedroom is upstairs, they should be able to complete these tasks in the event of an emergency.