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Fire safety for children

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Fire safety for children

The following videos from the London Fire Brigade educate children about fire safety at home.

Prevent fire

The prevention video explains how fires happen and the steps we can all take to prevent them. This includes:

  • cooking safely
  • never playing with lighters or matches
  • adults putting out their cigarettes carefully

The video is aimed at children aged around 8 to 11.

Detect fire

The detection video talks about the:

  • different types of smoke alarms
  • different types of heat alarms
  • the importance of regular testing

Escape from fire

This escape video includes guidance on:

  • discussing your escape route in advance
  • how to check if a door is hot
  • how to avoid smoke
  • how to call for help

It is aimed at children aged 5 to 7.

Learning resources

The London Fire Brigade has fire safety activity sheets and colouring books.  

Check fire safety in your home

You can check fire safety in your home by using the London Fire Brigade Home Fire Safety Checker.  

If you have any concerns about fire safety in your home  you can contact our Fire Safety Advisers at [email protected]