By Mekhala Joshi
October 20, 2022
Fire safety is an important yet scary topic for parents to handle. Here are some simple guidelines to get started!
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Help your children realise that fire, whether from a candle or a firecracker, is not a toy and should not be played with.
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Sit for a family discussion on fire safety and explain what to do if you spot a fire in the house.
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Make sure that everyone, especially children, is aware of how to exit the house and get to a safe place outside during a fire.
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Practising fire escape routes from home should be a part of playtime to help children remember in case of a real emergency.
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Teach your children to “stop, drop and roll” if their outfit catches fire. Rehearse the drill together, so it's easy for them to remember.
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Provide your children with all the emergency numbers and instruct them to use them when the need arises. Ensure that children, especially the young ones, know the home address.
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Help children understand that once out of the burning house, they should never ever go back inside. In any case, the trained firemen will make sure everything is well.
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