Fire Safety in the Home

I. HOW TO PREVENT FIRE
Almost all fires in the home can be prevented. here are some fire safety tips which could help prevent a fire in your home.

1. put phone numbers of fire departments near phone
2. eliminate fire hazards through good housekeeping. Dispose of waste paper, rubbish, and other flammable materials regularly.
3. keep matches out of children's reach
4. lighted oil or gas lamps and candles should be placed away from curtains. Put out the flame before going to bed.
5. do not keep flammable materials like gasoline, alcohol, and paint inside the house.
6. regularly check your electrical installations, and have all frayed wirings and electrical fixtures changed or repaired by a licensed electrician.
7. do not overload electrical circuits by putting additional lights and appliances
8. blown fuses should not be replaced with coins, wires or any metal
9. never leave a lit cigarette/cigar/pipe unattended.
10. keep a first-aid kit in handy.

II. PLAN YOUR ESCAPE ROUTE
You may have to get out in the dark and difficult conditions. Escaping from a fire will be a lot easier if you have already planned your escape route and know where to go.

1. make sure that your planned escape route remains free of any obstructions and that there are no loose floor coverings that could trip you. Everyone in the house should be made aware of the escape route.
2. plan two ways out of every room, especially bedrooms. Make sure you can unlock all locks and open all windows and doors quickly, even in the dark.
3. make special arrangements for small children and people with disabilities.
4. if you have serious mobility, you may wish to consider having your bedroom on the ground floor, if this is practical, and as near as possible to an exit.