Like everything else they are curious about- kids are naturally curious about the concept fire.  To prevent any accidental fires starting in the home, we wanted to remind parents & sitters of these fire safety tips.

In case of fire:

1) Know your exits of the home you live, or are working in

2) Keep exits clear and working

3) If on first floor of building with security gates on windows, be sure any fire safety windows are emergency exit-ready

4) Know your way out

5) Should you stay or should you go?

-If fire is in your apartment, LEAVE

-If fire is elsewhere in building, depending on of it is a fireproof building or not, it could be safer to stay in your apartment or leave

-In a fireproof building with very smokey hallways, you should close and seal your door

-In a non-fireproof building, it is best to leave immediately

Carbon Monoxide: Odorless, colorless, & tasteless. Make sure home has working carbon monoxide detectors & fire alarms

Kitchen safety: pan fire- use a lid or baking soda to smother it (NOT water- this causes splashing and can spread fire). Don’t ever leave cooking food unattended. Wear short or tight sleeves. Regularly clean cooking equipment

With cold winter months here, be sure heaters are far from blankets, flammable furniture, etc.

This photo is a great list from the FDNY of what parents and caregivers can do to prevent accidental in-home fires. Feel free to save to your desktop for a better look:

-Shannon