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Home Escape. Created by Curt Harrell & Jesse Kuzy for. In the event of a fire, time is critical, and every second counts. A small flame can become a large, dangerous fire in thirty seconds. Having an escape plan will help you to evacuate quickly and safely. Remember:
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Home Escape Created by Curt Harrell & Jesse Kuzy for
In the event of a fire, time is critical, and every second counts. • A small flame can become a large, dangerous fire in thirty seconds. • Having an escape plan will help you to evacuate quickly and safely. • Remember: • Plan and practice your plan • If your home catches on fire: STAY LOW, GET OUT, and STAY OUT! • If your clothes catch fire: STOP, DROP, and ROLL until the flames are out. Why are Escape Plans Important?
Draw a plan of your home • Show two ways out of every room, remembering windows. To escape from upper-story windows, buy an Underwriter’s Laboratory-approved collapsible ladder. Tips on Home Fire Escape Plans http://www.basaltfire.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/escape.jpg
Practice escaping from every room in the home; make sure everyone understands the escape plan. • Make sure windows and screens can be easily opened. • Teach children not to hide from firefighters. Tips on Home Fire Escape Plans (con’t) http://www.eastavonfd.org/images/fire-prevention2.jpg
Provide alternatives for anyone with a disability. • Agree on a meeting place where everyone will gather after you have escaped. • Remember to GET OUT FIRST, and then call for help. • Practice your plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved. Tips on Home Fire Escape Plans (con’t) http://www.usfa.fema.gov/media/visuals/photos/escape/escape_plan/escapeplanas2_17.jpg
Learn and practice your building’s evacuation plan. • If you hear the fire alarm, leave immediately. • Use the stairs – NEVER use elevators during a fire. If you live in an apartment building: http://www.cyfs.ca/en/fireprevention/resources/stairs.jpg
Security bars require special precautions. • Make sure everyone understands and practices how to open locked or barred doors and windows. • Never open doors that are hot to the touch. • Feel with the back of your hand; if the door is hot, use another escape route. Always open doors carefully; if heat and smoke come in, close it and use an alternate escape route. Things to remember: http://www.bocc.citrus.fl.us/disaster/storms/fire/feel_door_2.jpg
Smoke alarms can save your life. • Heaving working smoke alarms on every level of your home dramatically increases your chances of survival. Things to remember: http://www.ontariooregon.org/images/Fire/smokedetector.gif
Fire Escape Plan • Creating an escape plan in case of a fire • Practice escape plan and make sure everyone understands • Know escape routes if you live in an apartment building • Escape plans will help you evacuate safely and quickly • Good Practice • Install and maintain smoke alarms • Never open doors that are hot to the touch Summary