Insurance Resource Library: Family Fire Safety Resource Guide

There are many disasters that can befall homeowners. From burglaries to broken pipes, there are a host of potential problems that a homeowner can face. However, one of the most tragic disasters that can happen to a homeowner is a house fire.

Fires at home can destroy homes, personal properties and can even be a cause of death. Therefore, the importance of preventing fires is one of the most important choices that homeowners can make. Homeowners should take all precautions to prevent fires and protect their home and family by having working fire and smoke alarms, and also make plans for escape in the event of a fire.

In order to help homeowners make the right decisions in fire prevention and family education, we have gathered several helpful resources for you to use:

Fire Prevention

• Fire Safety – helpful government resource containing information for homeowners to prevent fires.
• Home Fire Prevention – information and tips on ways to prevent fires from happening in the home.
• Fire Prevention Resources – useful collection of resources to assist people in preventing fires.

Fire Safety Resources

• Fire Safety – useful information from OSHA on fire safety.
• Fire Resources – collection of useful fire safety related resources.
• Fire Safety Tips – helpful information covering a variety of fire topics.
• Fire Safety Resources – informative and educational site from FDNY covering topics for kids and adults.

Smoke Alarms

• Smoke Alarms – information on how smoke alarms are effective in helping to prevent fires.
• Alarm Maintenance – reminders and suggestions on how to keep smoke alarms function properly.
• Get a Smoke Alarm – useful information on smoke alarms asking why, where and which smoke alarm should be chosen.

Carbon Monoxide

• Carbon Monoxide – information on carbon monoxide and where it can be in the home.
• EPA Information – interesting research information on carbon monoxide from the EPA.
• Carbon Monoxide Q and A – helpful information and answers to commonly asked questions concerning carbon monoxide.
• Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – useful information on carbon monoxide, dangers and prevention.

Fire Safety for Kids

• Kids Safety – educational web site containing information on teaching kids fire safety.
• Fire Safety Tips – helpful information and tips on fire safety for kids.
• Kids Fire Safety Education – fun website geared toward teaching kids about fire safety.
• Fire Safety Resources – resourceful site aimed at elementary aged kids teaching fire safety.

Escape Planning

• Escape Planning – government resource giving help in creating an escape route.
• Parent Information – helpful information for parents creating a fire escape route.
  
• Fire Escape Planning for Homes – tips on how to prepare a fire escape plan for your house.

Fires

• Fire Resources – information on various fire related topics around the home.
• Home Fire Safety – helpful information on fire safety around the home.
  

After a Fire

• After Fire Loss – useful information on what can be done after a fire loss.
• Fire Steps – steps and recommendations on what to do after a home fire.
• Smoke Damage – information on how to remove smoke and damage after a fire.