It Doesn't Have to Be Complicated.
In fact, it's best to keep your evacuation plan simple so everyone can remember it in an emergency.
Be Sure To:
- Review escape routes for each room.
- Try to find two ways out of every room.
- Make sure windows aren't nailed or painted shut.
- Make sure doors and windows aren't blocked.
- Check that security gratings on windows have fire-safety openings.
- Learn how to turn off your water, gas, and electricity at the main switches.
- Consider getting escape ladders if there is more than one level to your home.
- Teach family members to stay low to the floor when escaping fire.
