• Plan your escape routes
and keep exits clear
• The best route is the usual
way in and out of your home
• Get everyone to practice
your escape plan
• Keep door and window keys
handy - tell members of your
household where they are
Make sure candles are
secured in a proper holder and
away from materials that may
catch fire - like curtains.
• Put candles out when
you leave the room, and
make sure they’re put out
completely at night
• Use a snuffer or a spoon to
put out candles. It’s safer
than blowing them out
when sparks can fly
• Children and pets shouldn’t
be left alone with candles
Be prepared
Candles
If your clothes catch on fire
Stop, drop
and roll
Don’t run Lie down and roll around Smother flames using a heavy material like a coat or blanket