Florida Injury Prevention Programs for Seniors (FLIPS) Senior Fire Safety Senior Module.
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Transcript of Florida Injury Prevention Programs for Seniors (FLIPS) Senior Fire Safety Senior Module.
Florida Injury Prevention Programs for Seniors (FLIPS)
Senior Fire Safety
Senior Module
Learning Objectives
understand the fire safety issues for seniors to include statistics, high risks/special considerations for seniors, and components of fire;
be aware of fire hazards and how to prevent them; install, maintain and demonstrate proper use of
safety devices.
Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:
The Facts—National Statistics
The risk of death for people age 65 and over is 3 times greater than adults under age 65. Why?– less able to take quick action– may be on medication that affects ability to make quick
decisions– many live alone
Basic Fire Dynamics
It takes 3 components to make a fire:– heat– fuel– oxygen
Fire Hazards That Affect YOU
Cooking accidents Unsafe smoking Heating equipment Faulty wiring
Fire Quiz
A pot on the stove is on fire… What Do You Do?
Home Fire Hazards—Eliminate Them!
Conduct a home safety survey– Exterior hazards
lighting, shrubbery, visible house numbers, etc.– Interior hazards
survey each room of the house
Interior Home Fire Hazards—The Living Room
Check use of extension cords– temporary/not under the carpet
Fireplace/heating appliances– creosote free– fireplace screens– kerosene & space heaters
(3 feet of space)
Safe smoking practices
Interior Home Fire Hazards—The Kitchen
The most dangerous room Check cords on electrical appliances
– replace frayed or worn cords– unplug appliances when not in use
Use safe cooking practices– never leave cooking unattended– pot handles/covers/microwaves– no storage in ovens
Fire Extinguisher
Use of oxygen– shut off if fire starts
No extension cords under rugs Safe smoking practices Know two ways out Accessible windows Burglar bars which are quick release to the
inside of the window
Interior Home Fire Hazards—The Bedroom
Hot water heater– thermostat at 120 degrees Fahrenheit– automatic shut-off
Safety measures– non-skid strips– flashlights– grab bars/chairs– telephone
Interior Home Fire Hazards—The Bathroom
Home Fire Hazards—Safety Devices
Early warning devices– smoke alarms/heat detectors: Check monthly and
change batteries 2 times a year.– carbon monoxide (CO) detectors: In a fire, most
people die from CO. Safety measures
– lifeline alerts– residential sprinklers– fire resistive clothing/upholstery
Home Fire Hazards—Escape Plan: Exit Drills In The Home (E.D.I.T.H.)
Know 2 ways out of each room. Designate a meeting place outside. Discuss what to do about family pets. Have a chain ladder for 2-story homes. Practice it!
Get low and go Get out fast Once out, stay out Call 9-1-1 from a neighbor’s home If burned, run cold water over the burn.
– Don’t use home remedies like butter.
The Fire Plan—What To Do In The Event of a Fire
When it comes to fire…Don’t be scared-
Be prepared !