If you live in a home that’s not equipped with sprinklers and smoke alarms, there’s a good chance it could burn to the ground. The best way to protect your home from fire is by having an escape plan and being prepared. Fire Services Sunshine Coast will help you prepare in preventing fire. Here are some tips on how to be prepared in the event of a fire:
Keep a supply of water handy. You can use water for extinguishing fires or put it into buckets or jugs that you keep near your exits. If you need more water, use your garden hose or fill up empty containers with water. You can also use portable generators and hand pumps if electricity fails during an emergency.
Keep extra batteries on hand. Batteries are important because they help start flashlights and other small appliances that may be needed during an emergency situation. Make sure you have plenty of AA batteries, along with D cells if necessary, so that you don’t run out when needed most.
Have a first aid kit ready. Your first aid kit should include bandages, gauze pads and tape for small wounds, as well as antibiotic ointment for burns. It should also contain antiseptic wipes for cleaning wounds
In the event of a fire, you’ll want to know what to do, where to go and who to call. The more information you have in advance, the better off you’ll be.
1. Always carry some type of fire extinguisher with you when you’re in an area prone to fire.
2. Know your exit routes in case you have to leave quickly.
3. Get familiar with your home’s layout before an emergency occurs so that you can find your way out easily if necessary.
4. Know how many exits are in your house and keep them clean and clear of clutter so they’re easy to use during an evacuation or fire drill (and so your family knows where they are).
5. Make sure there are enough phone lines for everyone in your house — especially those who live with disabilities — as well as for any guests or visitors who may be staying over at the house during an emergency situation (like a vacation!).
Before you begin, make sure you have a working smoke detector in your home.
If you are on fire, get out of the house immediately! Do not drop to the ground or run to a window. Instead, try to find a door or another exit that leads into an area of the home that is lower than the level of the fire and not on fire.Once outside, stay low to the ground and move away from any open flames. If there is no exit near you, crawl under something solid like a carport or garage.
Preparing for a fire is not just about making sure you have the right tools. It’s also about learning how to use them, which means taking classes and practicing with them. If you live in an area where wildfires are common, it’s likely that you already know how to handle a fire. If not, there are plenty of online classes available at Udemy or other sites.
But even if you’re an experienced firefighter, it’s still important to take classes and practice your skills regularly. This will help ensure that you can react quickly when faced with a fire situation and get out alive. For more information please call Fire services Sunshine Coast.
