STAS 1a - Social Studies - BPJr. - Fire Safety

Toys or clothes near a heater can be fire HAZARDS. What is a HAZARD?

• Something that can put out fires.

• Something that sounds an alarm.

• Something that might be dangerous.

• Something that plans for emergencies.

What does a smoke detector do?

• It rings a bell before recess and lunch.

• It sounds an alarm if it senses smoke.

• It sprays water to put out small fires.

• It cools down a building during a fire.

What happens FIRST during a fire drill at school?

• Everyone exits the classroom.

• The school fire alarm goes off.

• People walk out of the building.

• Everyone lines up at the door.

Where is the BEST place to put a fire extinguisher in your home?

• In the back corner of a large closet.

• In the garden next to the back door.

• In the bathroom next to the tub.

• In the kitchen where people can see it.

Why should you cover your door with blankets if you see smoke coming through it?

• To stop smoke from coming into the room.

• To keep the door warm and safe from fires.

• To ward firefighters of a fire in the building.

• To keep your belongings safe from smoke.