Fire related injuries at home
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Residential properties experience the majority of fires and fire deaths due to cooking, open flames, heating, arson, and smoking. Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and unattended cooking is a major risk. Smoking is also a leading cause of fire deaths and materials can smolder for hours if not properly disposed of. Using candles responsibly by keeping them away from anything flammable and blowing them out when leaving is important to reduce fire risks. Overloading electrical sockets or misusing extension cords can also start fires. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms along with fire extinguishers and sprinklers improve safety. Vigilance and responsibility are key to reducing fire dangers.
Fire related injuries at home
- 1. Fire-Related Injuries at Home MODULE 13-LESSON 2
- 2. Let’s Review Types of Combustible materials
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- 4. C D
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- 7. gasoline Oil-based paint machinery fuse boxes cloth Oil Electric fan rubber paper
- 13. In the Home •People feel the safest in their homes, however residential properties are where most fires and fire deaths occur. •76% of all structure fires occurred in residential properties. •97% of structural fire deaths occurred in residential properties.
- 14. Fire Causes •The top fire causes include: •Cooking (49%) •Open Flame (10%) •Heating (9%) •Incendiary/Arson (8%) •Smoking (4%) *leading cause of fire fatalities Personal vigilance is the best way to avoid and survive fires!
- 15. Cooking Fires Pay attention to what you’re cooking. If you leave the room, turn off the stove. Don’t cook if you’re sleepy or if you’re impaired. Fire-related accidents can also occur when you’re cooking and you’re wearing loose or long- sleeved clothes. Nearly half of all home fires originate in the
- 16. Cooking Fires Children are also in danger when candy or cookie jars are placed in the storage cabinet above the stove. Children will be tempted to reach for these jars and may meet accidents, especially when the stove is on. Combustible and flammable items placed near the stove can also be a source of fire accidents. These items easily catch fire, especially when the stove is on a high setting
- 17. Reduce Your Chance of a Cooking Fire • Keep flammable items away from heat sources. Curtains, potholders, towels, clothing, etc. • Keep flammable cleaners away from heat sources. Clean your stovetop frequently to avoid grease, build up.
- 18. Grease Fires •Always have the matching lid nearby! • If you have a small grease fire you can smother it with the lid. •NEVER PUT WATER ON A GREASE FIRE!
- 19. Cigarettes can smolder for hours. Tips to avoid smoking related fires: Don’t smoke inside. Discard smoking materials in a fire safe container. Use a proper, heavy ashtray which won’t tip easily. Don’t improvise! Smoking is the leading cause of fire deaths. Smoking Related Fires
- 20. Smoking Related Fires •More tips to avoid smoking related fires: • Don’t smoke in bed. • Don’t smoke if you’re tired, taking medications, or if you’ve been drinking or are otherwise impaired. • After a party, check indoor and outdoor furniture and cushions for smoldering cigarette butts.
- 21. Candles Unattended candles are a leading fire cause. • Candle safety tips: • Use flameless candles. • When you leave the room, blow out the candle. • Keep anything that could burn at least a foot away: • curtains, clothes, paper, etc. • Don’t set the candles on anything combustible. • Fires can start when the candle burns down to the base.
- 22. Electrical Safety • Do not overload electrical sockets. • Do not run cords under rugs or furniture. They can become worn, overheat, and cause a fire. • Avoid putting cords against walls or across doorways. • Use power strips equipped with overload protection. • Make sure all power strips and extension cords are tested and approved by a laboratory such as UL (Underwriter’s Laboratories).
- 23. Important Safety Elements •Alarms •Smoke •Carbon Monoxide •Fire extinguishers •Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems
- 24. Summary •There are many ways to reduce your risk of fire: • Stay focused when you’re cooking. • Use candles responsibly, or not at all. • Don’t overload electrical sockets or misuse extension cords. • If you must smoke, be responsible for your smoking materials. • If someone is smoking in or near your home, check to make sure that all smoking materials are properly disposed of. • Have a fire safety plan and practice it! • Have working smoke and CO alarms. • Be responsible.