July 24th, 2011
Fire proofing school buses is now the law in Maryland — but how soon will the state start putting those requirements in writing? The legislation was signed recently by Gov. Martin O’Malley but it may take some time to see what’s on paper make its way to local school districts.
The law is considered a model by a national group called Citizens For Fire Safety, a nonprofit organization on a mission to educate the public on fire safety practices.
For more information on this new bill, view:
Nevada and Maryland Drive School Bus Fire Safety for Our Kids with New Law
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July 1st, 2011
During this holiday weekend, thousands of fireworks will be sold and many will celebrate our country by watching the biggest annual firework display in the US. We would like to remind parents to talk to their children about firework safety – fireworks, just like matches and lighters, are for adults to use only. Even sparklers need to be kept away from children. The NFPA reports that sparklers burn as hot as 1200 degrees Fahrenheit, almost 6x the temperature of boiling water.
This fourth of July, keep your family safe.
For more firework safety tips, check out:
Celebrate this Happy New Year, Without a Deadly Accident
Fireworks, BBQ Grills and 10 Other Common Causes of Burns to Avoid
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July 1st, 2011
Every day, about 500,000 school buses transport more than 25 million students to and from school. The time established to evacuate a burning school bus is two minutes or less. Within three minutes, the bus can be fully engulfed in flames. Fires aboard school buses occur more often than most people realize. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that between 1999 and 2003, there was an average 2,210 school bus fires annually.
The people of Nevada and Maryland should now be proud to uphold the highest of fire safety standards for their children. These laws are a much-needed update to regulations that had not been codified since the 1960’s. On an effort to pass legislation in select states mandating fire safety standards for school buses, only Maryland and Nevada have so far passed the bill and have been signed into law by their respective Governors.
The new law in Nevada requires all new school buses to have fire resistant seating and V0 plastic in the engine compartment. Senate Bill 318 establishes provisions governing permissible flammability of certain components in school buses used or purchased on or after January 1, 2014. Senator David R. Parks (Clark County Senatorial District No. 7) suggested this amendment making the bill effective only for newly acquired buses. This act becomes effective on July 1, 2011. For more information and specific details regarding this bill, click here.
In Maryland, Senate Bill 369 requires a school bus to be constructed of materials that meet the criteria of the school bus seat upholstery fire block test established by the National School Transportation specifications and procedures adopted at the most recent National Congress on School Transportation. The bill, sponsored by Senator Conway, specifies that it applies to school buses procured for use in Maryland on or after January 1, 2014. This will be effective starting October 1, 2011. To read more about this Senate Bill, click here.
For more information about fire safety in school environments, check out:
Schools are for Learning, no Burning .
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June 12th, 2011
How much do you know about fire safety? Grab your family and find out together. This fun quiz will help you understand where the fire dangers are in your home, and what you can do to help your family turn your house into a fire smart home.
First, cover the bottom answers,and then write down your answer and compare.
- Kids can cook alone without asking permission? T or F
- Fire is loud, hot and smoky? T or F
- When escaping a fire, crawl on the floor under the smoke? T or F
- Never go back inside a burning building. T or F
- If your clothing catches fire, stop, drop and roll. T or F
- Smoke alarms tell you about fires you may not see. T or F
- Take your time when escaping a fire. T or F
- Always call the Fire Department from home. T or F
Answer Sheet
- False – Always get your parent’s permission before doing anything in the kitchen.
- True – The temperature of fire is over 1,200 degrees and produces a lot of smoke.
- True – Crawl as low as possible to the floor to escape the smoke.
- True – Get out and stay out. Never go back into a burning building.
- True – Remember to stop, drop and roll to prevent skin burns.
- True – Smoke alarms can detect fires long before you can.
- False – Get out of your house as fast as you can.
- False – Call the fire department after you are safely out of the house from a neighbor’s home or cell phone.
For more fire safety tips, view:
Sleepover Fire Safety Checklist for Families
When You Are Away, Are Your Children Fire Safe?
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May 19th, 2011
Flame-retardants are used in many consumer products such as the foams your furniture, drapes, upholstery, electronics and wires in your homes. Without these chemicals, fire related death occur due to rapid-fire ignition and less useful escape time for you and your family. Flame-retardants save lives and property but in the end, what are the consequences for such a controversial chemical? Read full article here.
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May 13th, 2011
Is your child safe staying overnight at a friend’s home? Before you permit your child to sleep over with a friend, talk to the child’s parents. Depending on what you learn, it can either uncover serious fire dangers or give you peace of mind during your child’s sleepover. The majority of fire deaths occur late at night and if you don’t know for certain that the home is equipped with working smoke alarms, and that the sleepover will be supervised by an adult, don’t take the risk.
Use the following checklist to ensure your child’s safety:
Before you say YES:
- How well do you know the home?
- Is the home in a safe area?
- Is there an easy escape route for your child to leave out of in case of an emergency?
- Is your child comfortable in the home?
- Are you comfortable leaving your child there overnight?
How well do you know the parents?
- Are they mature, responsible and conscientious?
- Will they supervise the children throughout the stay?
- Are they cautious of smoking materials such as candles, matches and lighters?
Ask the parents:
- Are working fire alarms on every floor and inside/outside of each sleeping area of the home?
- Are the alarm interconnected?
- Do you have a well-rehearsed fire escape plan?
- Where will my child be sleeping?
For more fire safety checklists view:
Four Smart Moves That Can Save Your House and Family
Stay Safe With the Earthwise Fire Safety Checklist
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May 11th, 2011
Any time you’re dealing with an open flame you should always be responsible and take the necessary precautions to avoid any accidents. An outdoor fire pit is inviting and a central point for socializing but make sure that it is also safe so you are free to enjoy it.
5 tips for fire safety
1) Bigger is not better. It can even be more dangerous. There is no need for a blazing bonfire – the bigger the fire, the greater the potential for a fire disaster.
2) Your fire pit should be at least 10 feet away from any structure or combustible surface.
3) Before lighting an outdoor fire, check the weather forecast. Be sure to avoid windy conditions that can blow embers.
4) Clean away leaves and other combustible materials around the pit to ensure the fire doesn’t accidentally spread.
5) Always have a container of water nearby or a garden hose on standby before starting the fire.
Protect yourself, your family and your home by using safe fire tending practices. Always have a fire escape plan and if needed, call 911 immediately.
For more fire safety tips, check out: Fire Safety Tips for Your Workplace.
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May 9th, 2011
Fire safety is something that everyone who owns or operates a boat should practice. Each year, boating fires and explosions injure hundreds of individuals and cause millions of dollars in property damage. Fuel and fuel vapors are two of the leading ingredients in all boating accidents involving fires and explosions. Keep fuel and vapors in their proper places and make all of your boating trips fire-safe.
The following inspections need to be done seasonally.
- Inspect fuel tanks. Pay particular attention to bottom surfaces that may have been in contact with bilge water.
- Be sure the fuel fill pipe is securely mounted, grounded, and located where spilled fuel would be directed overboard.
- If a hose or fuel tank is leaking, replace it before using your boat.
- Use only marine-rated parts for repairs.
- Make sure any powered ventilation (a bilge blower) is operating properly.
- Be sure heating and cooking appliances on board are secured and operate properly.
- Make sure fire extinguishers are Coast Guard approved and in working order.
- Take a boating safety course and learn the correct use of a fire extinguisher aboard a boat.
- Repair all bare wires and loose electrical connections.
- Do not store disposable propane cylinders or charcoal lighting fluid on board.
- Conduct a bow to stern inspection checking for fuel leaks.
Be sure to check out Outdoor Grilling Safety Tips for more fire safety.
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May 8th, 2011
When you are away from home and someone else cares for your children, make sure that your children and the sitter will be just as safe as when you are there.
- Let your sitter know about your family’s escape plan.
- Remind sitters never to leave the children alone.
- Remind them that you do not allow smoking in or around your home.
Also, be sure to complete this form before leaving your children with the baby sitter. Keep this form in sight for them to easily see, preferably on the refrigerator.
Fire:______________________________________________
Police:_____________________________________________
Poison Control:_______________________________________
Doctor (name and phone number):________________
__________________________________________________
Where Parents Can be reached:_____________________
Children’s Family Name:_____________________________
Parent Cell Phone:_____________________________________
Neighbor (name, address, and phone number):____
__________________________________________________
Other Instructions:_____________________________________
For more fire safety tips, check out:
Protect Your Family with Residential Fire Sprinklers.
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May 3rd, 2011
According to the United States Fire Administration, fire kills 3,700 and injures more than 20,000 people each year. It is our goal to make Fire Safety For All a valuable resource for information about fire safety.
Reading these posts will help make fire responsibility a little easier for you and your family:
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