Fire Safety and Security for the Home
According to the United States Fire Administration there are over one million fires each year that occur in the home. These fires amount to thousands of deaths and injuries every year. However, many fires happen due to accident and negligence. These are fires that can be avoided with common sense and attention to detail.
- USFA Fire Statistics
- General Fire Information and Statistics
- Fires in the United States
- Fast Facts About Fires
- Home Accident Statistics
Being prepared is one of the biggest things is creating a family fire safety plan. This would be utilized in the event of a fire so that all family members know what to do and where to go. In addition, in the event of a fire it is important to realize that the air will be filled with smoke and breathing this air will be a danger. In addition to the dangers of fire, one of the leading causes of death in a fire is from inhaling smoke.
To assist families in being safe in a fire, and more importantly to prevent fires, we have put together the following resources. Please feel free to use this information to keep your family safe. Also, share the information with others who can benefit from this page. And, most importantly – stay safe!
- Red Cross Information on Home Fire Safety
- Fire Safety Tip Sheets
- Home Safety and Fire Tips
- Fire Prevention and Safety Resources
- Facts on Fire Safety
- Kids Fire Safety
- Rescue Safety information for Kids
- Fire Prevention and Security Tips
- Home Fire Escape Route Planning
- Home Escape Planning Resources
- Home Fire Escape Planning
- Home Escape Planning Resource Material
- Fire Safety
- Home Fire Safety Checklist:
- Basic Fire Escape Route Planning
- Keeping Kids Safe at Home from a Fire
- Fire Hazards and Prevention Tips
- Fire Prevention & Safety Checklist
- Fire Resources for Educators
- Fire Safety Education Resources
- Fire Safety Information
- Fire Prevention and Public Education
- Household Fire Hazards
- Top Fire Hazards in Your Home
- Fire Preparedness Guide
- What to Do During a Fire
- What to Do in a Fire
- Things to Do During a Fire