Fire Safety With Disabilities

3/19/2021 (Permalink)

Living in a home when you or a family member has disabilities brings unique risks when a fire breaks out, here is how to prepare.

Sprinkler Systems: having a sprinkler system installed in your home can keep fires small and give people more time to escape a fire. When choosing a home look for one with a system already installed.
Smoke Alarms: Install smoke alarms using advice from our blog post. It can also help to use sealed long-life batteries for people who are not able to change batteries easily.
Escape Planning: Every home should have an escape plan and practice a drill with everyone in the home. Keep a phone near the bed to call for help if you are unable to escape by yourself.
Contact The Fire Department: Have your local fire department review your escape plan. Some fire departments keep a directory of people who need extra assistance as well as service animals.
Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Smoke alarms with strobe lights are an important addition to a home with anyone who is HOH. Special pillows or bed shakers are also helpful when you are asleep.

If your home or business experiences a fire disaster, be sure to contact a fire restoration company to remediate the damage.

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