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)