1. Install Smoke Alarms
Smoke alarms are an important part of fire safety in the home. Be sure to install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including the basement, and outside of each sleeping area. Test your smoke alarms monthly to ensure they are working properly.
2. Create and Practice a Home Fire Escape Plan
In the event of a fire, you and your family will need to know how to safely escape. Work with everyone in your household to create a fire escape plan, and practice it regularly.
3. Keep Flammable Items Away from Heat Sources
Many items in the home, such as paper, fabric, and some cleaning products, are flammable. Keep these items away from heat sources, such as stoves, heaters, and candles.
4. Use Caution with Electrical Equipment
Electrical equipment can be a fire hazard if it is not used properly. Inspect electrical cords regularly for signs of damage, and do not overload outlets.
5. Store Matches and Lighters Out of Reach of Children
If you have young children in the home, it is important to store matches and lighters out of their reach. Teach them about fire safety, and what to do if they see a fire.
6. Don’t Leave Cooking Unattended
If you have to leave the kitchen while you are cooking, turn off the stove. Unattended cooking is one of the leading causes of house fires.
7. Keep Heating Equipment Clean
Dirty heating equipment is a fire hazard. Be sure to clean your furnace, wood-burning stove, and chimney regularly.
8. Dispose of Cigarette Ashes and Butts Properly
Cigarette ashes and butts can easily start a fire if they are not disposed of properly. Be sure to extinguish cigarettes completely, and dispose of them in a metal container.
9. Don’t Use Gasoline or Other Flammable Liquids Indoors
Gasoline and other flammable liquids should only be used outdoors. If you must use them indoors, be sure to do so in a well-ventilated area.
10. Inspect Your Home Regularly for Fire Hazards
It is important to regularly inspect your home for fire hazards. Pay attention to potential hazards, and take steps to correct them.
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/
https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/By-topic/Smoke-Alarms/Where-should-smoke-alarms-be-installed-in-the-home
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire/preventing-home-fires.html