Your best defense in getting out of a fire is a smoke detector on every level of your house and inside and outside every sleeping area.
Practice an escape plan with the whole family.
Change the batteries in your smoke detector every 6 months and check monthly.
Keep hallways and doorways clear of obstructions.
If using space heaters, keep flammable materials at least 3 feet away.
Don’t leave food cooking unattended.
Keep a fire extinguisher in the house and learn how to use it.
Don’t leave candles unattended.
Teach your children how to crawl low under smoke and when to stop, drop, and roll.
Take your children to your local fire department to learn about fire safety. Have the fire fighters put on their gear so the children won’t be afraid of them.
Keep matches, lighters, etc. put away.
Don’t store gas machinery near water heaters or in enclosed areas.
If you have gas appliances, get a carbon monoxide alarm.
Keep water heater set below 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Keep dryer lint filter clean after each use
Home Safety Tips – Trip Hazards
Keep hoses picked up
Keep walkways clear
Use slip proof material on rugs
Use non skid bath mat in bathroom
Wear shoes that cover the entire foot
Use night lights in bath rooms and on stairs
Use sturdy step stool or ladder when climbing
Home Safety Tips – Outside
If you hear an outdoor warning siren, go inside immediately to check for the latest weather updates from local radio/television stations.
If you have a pool, have a 4 foot fence that separates the house from the pool area
Keep rescue equipment near the pool
Make sure you do not have any poisonous plants in the yard
If you have a play set for your children, make sure the fall surface is at least 12 inches deep, there are no protruding screws or nails, and the surface is one that does not get too hot.
Make sure the crawl space is secured
House numbers should be visible from the street at least 4 inches high and reflective
Weather Safety
Weather in Mississippi can change quickly and can be deadly. Here are a few safety tips:
If you hear an outdoor warning siren, go inside immediately to check for the latest weather updates from local radio/television stations.
If you have a pool, have a 4 foot fence that separates the house from the pool area
Keep rescue equipment near the pool
Make sure you do not have any poisonous plants in the yard
If you have a play set for your children, make sure the fall surface is at least 12 inches deep, there are no protruding screws or nails, and the surface is one that does not get too hot.
Make sure the crawl space is secured
House numbers should be visible from the street at least 4 inches high and reflective
