Fire Safety Preparedness: Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, and E.D.I.T.H. Plan

The video discusses fire safety, starting with a personal story about a store fire alarm. It emphasizes the importance of smoke detectors and introduces the Edith plan for home fire safety. The video explains the types of detectors and how to create and practice an escape plan. It concludes with a review and quiz questions to reinforce learning.

What was the initial reaction of people in the store when the fire alarm went off?

• They called the fire department themselves.

• They immediately evacuated.

• They were confused and unsure of what to do.

• They ignored the alarm.

How many house fires occur annually in the United States?

• Over 200,000

• Over 100,000

• Over 369,000

• Over 500,000

What is a key feature of Wi-Fi smoke detectors?

• They are cheaper than regular detectors.

• They require no maintenance.

• They notify your cell phone when they go off.

• They are silent.

What harmful gas do carbon monoxide detectors sense?

• Carbon Monoxide

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

What does the acronym Edith stand for in fire safety?

• Emergency Drills in the House

• Exit Drills in the Home

• Evacuation Drills in the House

• Emergency Directions in the Home

Why should you avoid using elevators during a fire?

• They are not fireproof.

• They might get stuck if the fire affects the motor or wires.

• They are too slow.

• They are reserved for firefighters.

What should you do once you are safely outside during a fire?

• Try to extinguish the fire yourself.

• Go back inside to retrieve valuables.

• Call 911 and report the fire with your full address.

• Wait for the fire department to arrive.