Plan and Get Ready! Check next to each item once it has been completed

____Install smoke detectors outside each sleeping area and on each additional level of your residence. Keep new batteries on hand.

New smoke detectors installed; batteries purchased: (date)___________________

____Test smoke detectors once a month. Start a chart and sign it after each round of tests.

(family member name)____________________________ checks smoke detectors.

____Look at the fire extinguisher you have to ensure it is properly charged. Use the gauge or test button to check proper pressure. If the unit is low on pressure, damaged, or corroded, replace it or have it professionally serviced. Get training from the fire department in how to use the fire extinguisher.

(family member name)_____________________________ examines extinguisher.

(family member names)___________________________________________ have been trained to use the extinguisher.

____Draw a floor plan of you home; mark tow fire escape routes for each room. Post escape plan where everyone can see it easily, and on the inside of each bedroom door.

Floor plan completed: (date)_______________________

____Pick a safe outside meeting place to meet after escaping from a fire.

Meeting place:____________________________________________________________

____Practice a low-crawl escape from your bedroom. Try it with your eyes closed to see how well you could do in thick smoke.

Smoke escape drill conducted: (date)_______________________

____Conduct a home fire drill at least twice a year.

Home fire drill conducted: (date)_______________________