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Family Escape Planning
There is usually very little time between the detection of a fire and the
stage at which it becomes deadly or uncontrollable. Therefore it is very
important that a family escape plan be developed, practiced and followed
1 Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan.
2 Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house.
Since many fires occur at night, special attention should be given to the
planning of escape routes from sleeping quarters.
3 It is essential that escape from a bedroom be possible without having to
open the interior door.
When making your escape planes, consider the following:
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Make sure that doors and windows that open to the outside are easily
opened, and are not painted shut.
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If opening or using an exit is too difficult for children, the elderly or
handicapped, plans for their rescue should be developed. This includes
making sure that those who are to perform the rescue can hear and
come to their aid.
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If the exit is above ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope should
be provided, as well as training in their use.
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Exits on ground level should be kept clear. Snow from exterior patio
doors should be removed.
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The family should have a predetermined assembly point where
everybody can be accounted for, e.g. at a neighbors house or across the
street.
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Once everyone is out of the house, call the Fire Department.
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A good plan emphasis quick escape. Do not investigate first or attempt
to fight the fire, and do not attempt to rescue belongings as this takes
up valuable time. Once outside, do not re-enter the house. Wait for the
fire department.
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Write the plan down and rehearse frequently, so that should an
emergency arise, everybody will know what to do. Revise the plan as
conditions change, e.g. new or fewer family members in the house, or if
there are changes to the layout of the house.
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Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly
tests as noted in this manual. If you are unsure about system operation,
contact your installing company.
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It is recommended that you contact your local fire department and
request further information on home fire safety and escape planning. If
available, have your local fire prevention officer conduct an in-house fire
safety inspection
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