How to Teach Children About Fire Safety

According to government statistics, 6,000 accidental fires are started by children under the age of 10 every year. Fires can be devastating and this statistic highlights the importance of teaching children about fire safety.

It’s understandable to not want to scare your children but it’s important to give even very young children an awareness of how dangerous fire can be. Teaching children about fire safety will help them stay safe and understand what to do in the event of a fire, so see below for our top tips.

Identify fire hazards

Start by identifying any potential fire hazards in your home so that children are aware of what could be dangerous. Keep matches and lighters out of reach and make sure they know not to touch the cooker or hob. If you have a fireplace, install a child-proof fire guard and teach children not to play with water near electrical sockets.

Teach them what to do in the event of a fire

One of the most important things you can do is teach children how to safely, quickly and effectively escape from a building during a fire. Plan at least two potential escape routes together and practice what to do in the event of a fire. Children should also be taught how to raise the alarm and to crawl on the floor if smoke is present.



Turn it into a game

Young children can be easily distracted so try turning fire safety into a game to hold their focus. There are lots of interactive resources on Fire Safe Kids, including colouring sheets, mazes and word activities. You could also come up with a song together to help children remember the most important points.

Fire safety is vital at any age, so if you’re looking for fire awareness training for your business in Plymouth, get in touch with Ace Fire & Security. We’re proud to provide training to help employees identify hazards, use a fire extinguisher safely and put together an action plan in the event of a fire. Sessions last around two hours and we can accommodate up to 20 staff members, so give us a call today or contact us online to book your course.