Here are a few websites that have information about doing a family fire drill as well as the Top things that you should do when preparing and executing a fire drill:
PLAN:
Have a family meeting
Figure out escape routes from EVERY ROOM (2 routes per room, one may be a window)
Have a floor plan of the house with exits marked
Plan out the roles (such as who will get the children out vs. pets)
Decide where to meet outside
ALWAYS:
Check smoke detectors regularly
Keep floors, stairs and hallways clear of clutter
PRACTICE (twice a year at minimum):
Feel the door to see if it's warm
Practice slowly so kids can get comfortable with what will need to be done
If you have a sound sleeper, make sure they will wake up to the fire alarm.
Teach kids how to stuff towels/blankets under the door to keep smoke from spreading
Get out fast (and when people are asleep)
If there are releases on window locks or security bars, practice opening them
Practice unlocking doors in the dark
Meet up and call 911 outside
If you are using escape ladders, practice using those.
WEBSITES.
National Fire Protection Association: http://tinyurl.com/6atg6xk
Here's a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWFFvSclyro
Stay Safe,
Susan Fox
(sister of a retired Air Force Fire Chief)
