Home Fire Safety For Adults

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Across
  1. 3. Carbon ______ is often called the invisible killer.
  2. 7. _____ out of five fire fatalities happen in homes with no smoke alarms or smoke alarms that are not working.
  3. 8. Keep smoke alarms at least 10 feet away from the ________, if possible.
  4. 9. Installed on doors and windows for safety, but some types can trap you in a fire. Choose those with quick-release devices.
  5. 10. Outside each sleeping area, on every level of home
  6. 13. Have a ________ ________ at least twice a year in your home.
  7. 15. A condition where a person has persistent difficulty discarding personal possessions. The large amount of possessions fills the home and prevent the normal use of the space.
  8. 18. _______ wiring may be old or worn from the weight of piles. Pests could chew on wires. Damaged wires can start fires.
  9. 19. Never use your _____ to heat your home.
Down
  1. 1. Find at least _____ ways out of your home.
  2. 2. A ________ must be used in a well-ventilated location, outdoors, away from windows, doors, and vent openings.
  3. 4. ______ impedes the search and rescue of people and pets.
  4. 5. Wet ____ from paints, stains, and varnishes can ignite on their own.
  5. 6. Test all smoke detectors at least once a ________.
  6. 11. Blocked pathways and _____ may hinder escape from a fire.
  7. 12. A _______ door may slow the spread of smoke, fire, and heat.
  8. 14. Hoarding puts first _________ in harm’s way.
  9. 16. Make sure all exits can be opened easily from the _______.
  10. 17. Never leave rags in a _____.