Being alert is one of the key points in fire prevention. For instance, it is wise to keep flammable substance at least three feet away from the stove when you’re cooking. Roll up your sleeves and make sure that your apron is properly tied and no lose ends or cloth lying around not to touch the flames. Gather your long hair to a ponytail and if you are cooking barbecue and you need more grill to cook with, place the grill ten feet away from the house, and do not leave it unattended, if you need to step away from the grill, make sure that you still have the grill in sight’s view.

Keeping your home warm in the winter. One of the many causes of fire is the fireplaces and heaters, that needs to take precautions. The screen on your fireplace is not just there for decoration, but used to prevent the sparks from the flames from flying out. Do not store your log or any type of flammable materials near the fireplace. Creosote build-up on your chimney can also cause to start a fire, and doing an annual cleaning on the chimney is another preventive maintenance.

Another kind of fire hazard is the space heaters. Combustible materials need to be kept 3 feet away from the heaters, and don’t use extension cords with the space heaters; it may not be able to contain the electrical current and could melt the extension cords. You need to be especially cautious with kerosene space heaters, never leave it unattended, and secure that the heater is placed on a level surface. Properly follow manual operating procedure for added precaution.

Minimize the damage that fire can bring on your home by making a fire exit plan; this step can save lives, including your pets. Installing smoke detectors at least two smoke detectors on every floor and your room is a primary step, frequently checking the batteries and replace them once a year.

Learn how to properly use the fire extinguisher. Teach each members of your family how to use the fire extinguisher in case of fire emergencies. Even though there is no other way we can prevent a fire from happening, these easy steps is a sure way to give your family the best chance of survival from this kind of emergency.