Fire Safety Checklist

Fire Prevention

__Smoking materials properly contained (never in bed)
__No cooking appliances in bedroom (hot pots, open-coil burners, toaster ovens)
__Electrical outlets not overloaded
__Electrical cords not running underneath rugs/carpeting
__Electrical outlets in good condition - No sparking
__Candles and/or incense not in use or properly contained and attended
__All furniture cushions and waste cans checked for improperly discarded smoking materials after social events - Assign a Party Monitor
__Fire extinguisher available near kitchen and exits
__Know how to operate a fire extinguisher
__Cooking operations always attended
__No Barbeques on porches - At least 20 feet from building
__Flammable liquids and combustibles safe distance away from furnace/water heater
__All potential sources of ignition controlled
__All mattresses flame retardant

Smoke Detection Plan

__Smoke detectors located on every level of the house
__Smoke detector located in the bedroom
__Smoke detectors functioning (test weekly)

Fire Escape Plan

__Escape plan memorized - Two ways out with your eyes closed
__Fire escape or second exit functional
__Windows openable to allow escape
__Know to stay low in smoke

Miscellaneous

__Renter's fire insurance policy (or rider on parent's policy)

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