Develop a plan of escape, know two ways out of every room, and practice at least every six months.

Electrical outlets/cords

• Do not overload outlets/cords
• Keep safety plugs in unused outlets
• Only one heat-producing appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.) per outlet
• Do not run cords under carpets/rugs
• Do not use frayed/broken cords
• Keep cords out of high traffic areas
• Run cords behind furniture

Fireplace/wood burning stove

• Always use a screen
• Small fire only
• No paper or trash, sparks can fly
• Have chimney inspected/cleaned yearly
• Burn only dry, seasoned hardwood
• Remove ashes in metal container, store outside
• Never leave children alone with fire

Smoke alarms:

• Test monthly
• Never paint
• Clean frequently
• Install outside all bedrooms
• Install on each level, including basement
• Change batteries twice a year
• Install special units for visual/hearing impaired
• "Chirping" indicates low battery
• Never 'borrow' batteries from smoke detectors

Space heaters

• Allow three feet from anything flammable, including walls
• Use only recommended fuel
• Cool before refilling
• Refill in vented area
• Turn off before leaving/going to bed
• Do not use extension cord
• Use electric heater with auto shut off, for accidental tip overs

Kitchens

• Never leave food cooking on stove unsupervised
• Never leave young children alone in the kitchen
• Turn all panhandles to back of stove
• Have fire extinguisher near by, not over stove
• Coil/use short cords on appliances
• Never store flammable items on stove
• Never store snacks on/above stove
• Do not plug appliances into stovetop outlet, cords could catch fire
• Wear short or rolled, tight fitting sleeves while cooking
• Always have a lid handy, in case of grease fires
• Use only rubber-backed area rugs in kitchen
• Fasten oven door so child will not use as step
• Do not use area rugs near stove
• Cook on rear burners

Microwaves

• Never use metal or aluminum foil.
• Do not use glass/ceramic with metal trims, can cause lip burns and/or sparks.
• If fire occurs, unplug, do not open door.
• Never place eggs in shell in microwave.
• Use oven mitts to remove food.
• Never let young children (under 7) remove hot food.
• Use caution when heating jelly donuts, jelly becomes extremely hot.
• Never run when empty.
• Open microwave popcorn bag away from face.
• Always stir food before serving, there may be hot spots.
• Always check food temperature before giving to young children.
• Use only microwave safe containers.

Miscellaneous

• Burn candles in appropriate containers only.
• Set Water Heater temperature at no more than 120 degrees.
• Do not flush toilets or run other water sources, while shower is in use.
• Wet contents of ashtrays before disposing.
• Never store gasoline in your home.
• Always store chemicals in the original containers, keep out of reach of children.
• Never use gasoline as a cleaner or remover.
• Never prime a carburetor with gasoline.
• Keep baby equipment out of direct sunlight, plastic and metal parts can get very hot in the sun.
• Have furnace and chimney inspected/cleaned yearly.
• Use Cool mist vaporizers only and keep safe distance from bed/crib.
• Use charcoal lighter fluid to soak charcoal, never re-soak after lighting, 'can' may explode.
• Never use gasoline for charcoal.
• Have water source nearby with any open burning.
• Never allow children around an open fire.
• Purchase only non-flammable sleep wear.
• Wear shoes/sandals outside: cigarettes, sand, pavement, asphalt, tar, etc. can call cause burns.
• Never carry gasoline in your trunk.
• Seat belt buckles get hot, can cause contact burn.
• Overnight guest should be made aware of fire exit plan.

Bathroom

• Bath time is not playtime
• Water temperature: no more than 120 degrees.
• Do not leave child alone.
• Run cold water first for tub, then warm.
• Check with thermometer/wrist, prior to tub.
• Face child away from faucet.
• Have clearly marked Hot/Cold faucets.
• Do not leave personal appliances with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFI), will disconnect if dropped in water.
• Never use space heater in bathroom.
• Keep chemicals (cleaners, hair dyes, etc.) in original containers and out of reach.
• Dry hands before touching electrical appliances.
• Install slide-bolt latch on upper, outside bathroom door, to keep toddlers out and safe.