- Smoke alarms
Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including outside of sleeping areas. Make sure smoke alarms meet the needs of everyone in your family, including those with disabilities.
- Electrical safety
Check electrical wiring for frayed or exposed wires, and replace any that are damaged. Don’t overload outlets or extension cords, and keep wiring away from rugs and furniture.
- Cooking safety
Keep flammable materials away from the stove, and never leave cooking unattended. Make sure your stove and small appliances are off before going to bed.
- Space heaters
Keep space heaters on a level, nonflammable surface, like ceramic tile, and at least three feet away from flammable materials. Never leave portable heaters unattended, and turn them off when you leave the room.
- Candles
Use flameless candles, or if you use candles with a flame, extinguish them before leaving a room. Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Fire escape plan
Plan how you would escape from a fire, and make sure your house number is visible from the street.
- Burns
If you get burned, run cool water over the burn for 10 to 15 minutes. Don’t apply ice, and don’t put butter or grease on the burn. If the burn blisters or is charred, see a doctor immediately.