Fire Safety
⭐ MasteredIf there's a fire: get out, stay out and call for help. Stay low under smoke and never go back for toys.
Smoke alarms should be tested every month.
All about Fire Safety
Fire can spread very quickly, so it is important to know what to do. If there is a fire, get out, stay out and call for help. Do not stop to collect toys or belongings, and never go back into a burning building.
Keep matches and lighters away from children and never play with them. Test smoke alarms regularly and make a fire escape plan with your family. If there is smoke, crawl low under it, where the air is cleaner, and close doors behind you as you leave.
Feel doors before opening them, and if a door is hot, use another way out.
Plan an escape route from every room in your home and practise it with your family. Knowing what to do can save lives.
🎮 Try it yourself!
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👀 What the animation shows
This animation shows a family crawling low through a smoky hallway to reach the front door. Watch how staying low keeps them safer while they escape.
Real-life uses of Fire Safety
- Making a family fire escape plan
- Testing smoke alarms each month
- Knowing how to call emergency services
Frequently asked questions about Fire Safety
What is the emergency number?
Call 999 in the UK or 911 in the USA, or the local emergency number where you live.
Why should I crawl low in smoke?
Smoke and hot gases rise, so the air near the floor is cooler and easier to breathe.
What should I do if my clothes catch fire?
Stop, drop and roll. Lie down, cover your face and roll over and over until the flames are out.