All students need to be taught fire safety so they understand the dangers of fire, how to help prevent fires, and what to do in case a fire breaks out. Learning a few basic rules can save countless lives and homes. Use the ideas and incentives below to promote fire safety and prevention at local schools.
Spend the school day with students—one day per grade. Work with teachers ahead of time to incorporate fire safety into every lesson or class.
Instruct students how to locate two ways out of every room in case of fire, and how to get out safely.
Don’t let your department’s chance to educate and interact with school children stop at an annual visit or fire drill. Ask school and community summer camp administrators about year-round opportunities.
Middle and high school students are taking on responsibilities (babysitting, cooking, part-time jobs) that make fire safety expertise especially important. Empower teens to help keep themselves and others safe.
Through creative outreach activities reinforced with fun, educational tools, you can help all students in your community make fire safety awareness and preparedness a priority!