Fire safety for families with children who are visually or hearing impaired

Fire Safety Tips Contact your local fire department and explain any special circumstances you have. Download this form and take to your local emergency rescue station so they know about your child’s needs. Consider a medical alert device for your child, his clothing or backpack. Create and practice an escape plan for your family. Install and test smoke alarms on every level of your home and outside of all sleep areas. Also remember for children that cannot communicate verbally keep a whistle, bell or alarm near your child’s bed to alert others to danger Tips for Families With Children Who Are Visually Or Hearing Impaired Practice escape techniques that include feeling along the wall to get to safety. Consider a buddy system or guide dog. Install smoke alarms with a strobe light for hearing impaired children. Remember: For every family, the number one goal is to get everyone out of the house quickly and safely. Planning ahead of time will keep the family prepared, because in an emergency, every second counts.

More About Fire Safety

• Fire prevention tips
• Template to create a fire escape plan
• Fire safety facts
• Fire and Burn Safety - A Guide for Parents of Young Children

More About Fire Safety For Families With Children With Special Needs

• For families with children who are immobile
• For families with children with cognitive impairments

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