Fire Safety for Kids program offered again
The Mapleton fire department is once again giving local grade 4 students the opportunity to participate in an educational fire safety program designed to prevent fire-related injuries and fatalities.
This is the third time Mapleton Fire/Rescue has committed to bringing the safety program to area kids.
Produced by Gateway Community Safety Net, Fire Safety for Kids is a 116-page book that features information on how to avoid fire, plan an escape route and what to do if fire breaks out. It also offers health and first aid information, along with important safety tips for parents, teachers and baby sitters.
Also included is an educational DVD that features animated characters, interactive games and quizzes. It connects to the Community Safety Net website, where kids can enter online contests and win prizes.
The materials have been provided thanks to the generous support of local businesses and organizations. An excellent resource for parents, the programs contain information and websites for more help.
House fires are the third leading cause of death among children - mostly as a result of smoke inhalation. Kids start 30% of these fires.
The public education division of Mapleton Fire/Rescue would like to thank participating businesses for their help in promoting public safety.
