Fire prevention safety week 2014 is here - here are 6 tips on how to prevent and be ready in case of a fire.
- Buy smoke detectors if you don't have any - and check the batteries and test regularly. It is recommended that you test smoke detectors every month.
- Put together a fire escape plan - include a designated meeting place outside of the home. Plan on practicing your escape plan twice a year.
- Stop. Drop. and Roll - children should be taught this technique to use if their clothes are on fire.
- Create an emergency supply kit - include things like blankets, flashlight and water- keep it in your car so can access it easily.
- Gather a list of emergency contact numbers - keep it in your emergency supply kit.
- Buy a fireproof safe - store important documents like birth certificates and financial documents in the safe or even store them in a safe deposit box.