It is difficult to protect your home from fire, because the causes of fire can be very different. But most of the fires still happen due to the notorious human factor, that is, due to negligence and violation of elementary fire safety standards. Follow these simple rules for handling fire yourself and teach your children this.
Instructions
Step 1
A common cause of fire is faulty electrical equipment and wiring. This can be an overload of wires, drops in resistance in networks, a short circuit, a spark.
Step 2
A good help for the spread of fire is the illiterate redevelopment of the room, its clutter and clutter with furniture.
Step 3
Remember a few rules to avoid a fire in your home: Do not turn on several high-power appliances at the same time, this can lead to overload.
Step 4
Use only approved electrical fuses for your mains supply.
Step 5
Do not leave running electrical appliances unattended. And put irons, tiles only on heat-insulating fire-resistant supports. Place electric fireplaces away from furniture, curtains and other objects. Check that the appliances are turned off before leaving home.
Step 6
If the wiring product is faulty (sparks, melted), replace it by calling a specialist.
Step 7
When using household cleaning products, follow the instructions and take extra care. Solvents, ignition fluids, deodorants, paints, aerosols and other substances are highly flammable.
Step 8
Do not leave food cooking on the gas stove unattended. Do not dry laundry over lighted gas.
Step 9
Do not use flammable liquids at home, do not try to ignite a stove or fireplace with them.
Step 10
Avoid stacking hay, straw, and old items in your attic that can easily catch on fire.
Step 11
Teach children how to use fire, do not trust them to keep an eye on electrical appliances, stoves and gas stove.
Step 12
Hide matches, lighters, gasoline and other dangerous items from your child. Do not leave small children unattended.
Step 13
Do not smoke in bed or in an armchair. You may fall asleep, and a cigarette butt will cause the bed to smolder and ignite.
