A fire at home workshop
House fires cause the most accidental deaths of children in the home. Latest statistics show that 29 children under the age of 11 are killed in fires every year across the UK and over 1,100 are seriously injured. Many of these deaths would have been caused by smoke inhalation.
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Did you know........
- Tea lights get hot enough to melt plastic & scented candles turn to liquid to release their smell
- Mobile phone charges can overheat and catch fire if left on
- Cigarettes, matches and lighters are the biggest single cause of fatal house fires
- Cigarettes are designed to stay lit, which is why they start fires so easily
- Faulty electrics start up to one in six house fires, this could be because of overloaded sockets, loose wiring or damaged cables and leads from electrical equipment or cables and leads in airing cupboards.
- Most house fires start between 10 at night and 8 in the morning
Top tips.......
- Fit smoke alarms on every level and Make a family fire escape plan
- Keep all exists clear and Take extra care in the kitchen
- Never leave lit candles alone in a room and Close all doors at night
- Don’t overload electric sockets and Don’t leave electric appliances on stand by
- Matches and lighter must be kept away from children
This workshop is run by the States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service and starts in a mock up of a child’s bedroom. The children will learn about what to do if a smoke alarm goes off, and how to escape via a smoke filled corridor and stairs. The Safety in Action finale is a chip pan fire demonstration.
The aim of the exercise - the children will be able to;
- React appropriately when confronted by fire in the home
- Contact the Fire & Rescue Service and give accurate, concise information
- Understand the importance of fire prevention and recognise the need for a Fire Escape Plan
Key Messages
- Importance pf assessng the situation
- Risks involved when undertaking something new or different
- Exploration of 'panic' and potential reactions
- Working smoke alarms save lives
- Make an escape plan
Appropriate Action
- Close the door on the room oof the fire
- Raise the alarm - call 999 or inform and adult
- Lead younger chlren out by the quickest and safets route
- Get Out, Stay out – do not go back into the building
- Smoke alarms need regular checks and battery changes
