Fire Safety

Preventing fires is an important part of fire safety. In the United States, cooking is the main cause of home fires. Cigarettes are a big risk too - they are the leading cause of fire deaths. Here are some fire safety do's and don'ts.

• Don't leave the stove or oven unattended when they are on.
• Don't let children use kitchen appliances unsupervised.
• Don't smoke in bed.
• Do make sure your smoke alarms work.
• Do have fire extinguishers on every floor and in your kitchen.
• Do have an escape plan.
• Do make sure your electrical appliances and cords are in good condition.

Fire Safety on Wikipedia

'''Fire safety''' is a component of building code. Some elements include: * Maximum occupancy listing (Making sure that an area isn't so full of people that they can't all get out quickly in an emergency). * fire exits and proper signage of them (e.g., Exit signs pointing to them that can function in a power failure) * Placing fire extinguishers and fire alarms in easily accessible places. * Banning of over-flammable materials for building or use. * Frequently inspecting public buildings for violations and closing it until the violation is corrected or condemnnation it in extreme cases. * Installing Fire alarm panels for quick detection and warning of fire. '''Fire code''' (also '''Fire prevention code''' or '''Fire safety code''') is a set of regulations prescribing minimum requirements to prevent fire and explosion hazards arising from storage, handling, or use of dangerous materials, or from other specific hazardous conditions. Fire safety code supplements building code, which includes construction requirements to minimize fire spread and to provide for safe fire exits. Although it may address similar issues, fire safety code is aimed primarily at preventing fires in the first place, including outside of buildings, and that necessary training and equipment will be on hand. A typical fire safety code includes administrative sections about rule-making and enforcement process, and other substantive sections dealing with fire suppression equipment, particular hazards such as containers and transportation for combustible materials, and specific rules for hazardous occupancies, industrial processes, and exhibitions. Each section may lay out the requirements for obtaining permits, and specific precautions required to remain in compliance with a permit. For example, a fireworks exhibition may require an application to be filed by a state-licensed pyrotechnician, providing the information necessary for ...   [ Read More ]

External Resources

RPI Juggler's - Renssalaer Polytechnic Institute juggling club, dedicated to the pursuit of juggling and all related activities including: gymnastics, knot throwing, gertie ball, fire safety, and advanced first aid.

The Firechains Site - Well animated lessons, information on fuels, photography, fire safety and construction guides.

PyroKinetic - A fire performance troupe who provide solo and choreographed performances utilizing fire arts such as poi, staff, fan dancing, firebreathing and manipulation. They offer monthly public performances and classes in performance arts, fire safety and fire arts. Located in Dallas, TX.

Fire Talent - Insured fire performers traveling worldwide using polynesian, tribal, eastern and circus arts. Features bios, photos, equipment overview and safety information. Located in Los Angeles.

Carnival of the Divine Imagination - Fire breathing, poi and staff twirling performances, fire eating and fire twirling training. Features photo gallery, bios and safety information. International group based in Brisbane, Australia.

Liquid Prodigy - Stage performer skilled with fire poi and staff, glow sticks, and flags. Includes a photo gallery and performance safety information. Located in Florida, United States.

Cirque de Flambe - Fire show information, offering a schedule of upcoming events, bios, safety, and fireworks information.

Elemental Circus of Fire - Victoria, BC, fire and non-fire performance group catering to private and corporate parties, also community and similar events. Includes individual profiles, photo gallery, calendar and fire safety Q&A page.

Primal Fire - Fire performance troupe with online photos, community links, and fire safety information. Retailers of poi, staff, glow products and more.

Lee Sheward - World wide Stunt co-ordinator and performer, with a vast experience in CGI, cars, water, fire, horses, cast and crew safety, wires, ropes, falls, and large scale battles.

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