Publications & Videos
Publications & Videos
Publications
Fire and Burn Safety for Older Adults: Educator's Guide
FreeGeneral Background Information on Burn Safety and Older Adults Demographics Risk Factors Statistics Working with the Older Adult Population Fact Sheets for Community Distribution Be prepared for fire Kitchen fire hazards Kitchen scald injury hazards Heating safely Electrical fire safety Preventing chemical burns Smoking and candle fire safety Home oxygen therapy Special care: nursing homes and home health care Getting the Message to the Media Sample Public Service Announcements References/Resources PowerPoint Slide Presentation with Instructor Comments Evaluation Form.
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Burni the Dragon's Preschool Curriculum Guide
FreeBurni The Dragon’s Preschool curriculum guide is designed to empower educators to provide fire and burn prevention information to their students. The guide is available in English and Spanish and contains six lessons: “What’s Hot in My House” “Be Cool, Cool a Burn” “Matches and Lighters Aren’t For Children” “If Your Clothes Catch Fire, STOP, DROP and ROLL” “Get Out Fast” Burn Prevention and Fire Safety Review; Contact information: 8825 Aero Drive, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92123-2269 Phone: (858) 541-2277 Fax: (858) 541-7179
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Red Cross: Holiday Home Fires
FreeFacts and preparedness tips on how to keep your home fire safe during the holidays. ; Contact information: American Red Cross National Headquarters, 2025 E Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-303-5000
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Peer-reviewed Fire and Life Safety Literature
FreeThis resource page allows you to browse our collection of over 300 articles drawn from scholarly and peer-reviewed journal sources that relate to the topics of fire safety, injury prevention and more.. The links below will display the most recently acquired articles at the top of the results list and will automatically update as new materials are added to the collection.
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USFA Releases 2010 Fire Estimate Summary Series
FreeThe Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) issued the 2010 Fire Estimate Summary Series today which presents basic information on the size and status of the fire problem in the United States as depicted through data collected in USFA’s National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS). The data summary series was developed by USFA’s National Fire Data Center and is further evidence of FEMA’s commitment to sharing information with the American public, fire departments, and first responders around the country to help them keep their communities safe.
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Christmas Tree Fires
FreeCarefully decorating Christmas trees can help make your holidays safer. Christmas tree fires are not common, but when they occur, they are likely to be serious. On average, one of every 18 reported fires that began with a Christmas tree resulted in death. This NFPA page features a video of a Christmas Tree Fire and also makes available fact sheets on Christmas Trees and Holiday Lights.
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Report: Effectiveness of Digital Media and Social Networking for Reaching At-risk Groups
FreeDigital media and social networking sites are increasingly being used by people to communicate via the Internet either through their mobile phones or personal computer. To convey fire safety messages to at-risk populations, the New Zealand Fire Service is looking to embrace new ways of communicating these messages. This research looks to quantify the use of social networking and/or digital media among identified at-risk groups and to explore how effective these might be in conveying a range of fire safety messages.
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Don't Toy With Safety
FreeWhile your little one’s eyes may light up over small play balls and riding toys, these objects account for hundreds of thousands of injuries each year. Did you know that in 2009, there were an estimated 181,900 toy-related injuries? And that children under 5 accounted for nearly half of these injuries? Naturally, you want your children to have a safe play environment with safe toys. Before you hit the stores this year, take a moment to SafeKids’ Toy Safety Tips
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Focus on Fire Safety: Winter Fire Safety
FreeDuring the winter months, residential fires are more prevalent than they are in the spring or summer. This is due in part to an increase in the number of cooking and heating fires. With colder temperatures and the high cost of home heating fuels and utilities, many people resort to using fireplaces, wood stoves, space heaters, and other alternative heating methods to keep warm. All of these methods of heating are acceptable; however, they are also major contributors to residential fires. Many of these fires can be prevented! The following fire safety tips can help you maintain a fire-safe home this winter. Customizable artwork also available for free download.; Contact information: An online submission form is available at: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/applications/feedback/
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Videos
Got it Covered? Entrapment and Drowning Prevention for Lifeguards
Free“Got it Covered” provides safety information for Lifeguards about entrapment and drowning prevention. You can view the or order a hard copy by emailing poolsafely@cpsc.gov. This terrific new video was created by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals in cooperation with CPSC.
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Smoke Alarms for the Deaf
FreeFirefighters know that saving lives is a top priority when dealing with a house fire. That’s why they say it’s important to have a smoke detector in your home as a warning device to escape a potentially deadly situation. For people that are deaf, blind or even impaired, traditional smoke detectors may not be sufficient.
Not a Moment to Spare: Day-Care Fire Safety
$195.00Properly prepare child-care facilities for fire and safety procedures with “Not a Moment to Spare: Day-Care Fire Safety” VHS/DVD.
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Learn Not to Burn PSA with Dick van Dyke
FreeLearn not to burn PSA with Dick van Dyke 1987. He discusses the importance of crawling low under smoke. 30 seconds.
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I Spot Something Hot
FreeThe video provides information for kids and parents on how to avoid burns in the home and to recognize fire hazards. Video length 8:26 minutes. Video is also available to view in Spanish.; Contact information: 1250 Eye Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 330-4900 Fax: (202) 330-4901 Email: info@homesafetycouncil.org
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Home Safety Council: Fire Safety for Older Adults
FreeThe video provides information for older adults on home fire safety and burn prevention. Video length 14:53 minutes.; Contact information: 1250 Eye Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 330-4900 Fax: (202) 330-4901 Email: info@homesafetycouncil.org
Electrical Safety Foundation International: safety videos
FreeThe Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is the premier non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety at home and in the workplace. Since 1994, ESFI has led the way in promoting electrical safety across North America. This website contains several public safety announcements in video format that you can watch online on a variety of topics including portable generators, space heaters, tamper resistant outlets and more.;Contact information: Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), 1300 North 17th St., Suite 1752, Rosslyn, VA 22209 Phone: (703) 841-3229
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Multi-hazard Fire Prevention Program (Chandler Fire)
FreeAvailable are 13 episodes of Sprinkler’s Clubhouse. The show is produced with the goal to safeguard children by teaching them to recognize fire and life safety hazards, how to prevent them and what to do if they are confronted with a hazard. Contact Information: Chandler Fire Department, 221 E. Boston Street, Chandler, AZ 85225; Phone: 480-782-2124; This grant is part of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program.
Secure Your Peace of Mind: Fire Safety and Prevention Tips
FreeThis video highlights examples of safety precautions you can consider to help protect yourself, others, and your personal property. Please recognize that a particular precaution may not be appropriate or effective in every circumstance. – Contact an Allstate Insurance agent
Web Videos
How to Test your Smoke Alarms
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This Much Water
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Halloween Safety for Children
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Fire Prevention is part of the job
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Your Personal Firefighter
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