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Be Fire Safe at School Programme

Local authorities, together with European partners, may run a programme to increase fire safety awareness among second level pupils.

Childrens Safety Tips and Activity Pages

Hi Everyone, this is Hughie the Elephant. He is going to help you to learn a little bit more about Fire Safety.

 

Hughie’s 7 Steps to Fire Safety

  1. SMOKE ALARMS smoke alarm

    Ask an adult to check batteries monthly

    Place on each floor level
  2. ESCAPE PLAN

    Make sure everyone knows the fire plan
  3. CLOSE ALL DOORS

    A closed door will stop a fire spreading and can keep smoke out for up to 20 minutes
  4. ROLL OUT OF BED

    If you see or hear a smoke alarm, follow the instructions of your fire plan
  5. NEVER

    Never hide in wardrobes or under your bed

    Never try to save any pets or toys

    Never use lifts if you live in an apartment

    Never go back in, go to your meeting place
  6. CALL 999 OR 112 999 phone

    Once out, Stay out and call the Fire Brigade Out!
  7. PRACTICE YOUR ESCAPE PLAN

    Practice your fire Escape Plan with everyone in the house

Why not try out some of Hughie's fun games and quizzes with your friends, just click on the links below to print out the colouring pictures, games and puzzles.

Have Fun!