For some however, fireplay is a symptom of other problems. This program will help determine why a particular child is involved in fire setting, and provide appropriate follow-up. TAPP-C is designed to help reduce the number of fires, injuries, and the loss of life and property caused by juvenile fire setters. The program includes an assessment to identify fire setters who exhibit a normal curiosity about fire from those who may have a serious mental health problem, of which setting fires is a symptom. Education is a key element and number one tool to use against this fire problem.
All children receive fire safety education.
Depending on assessment findings, some children will be refered for therapy by mental health professionals. The Aurora Fire and Emergency Services Department in efforts to help educate and train the public in the proper use and maintenance of fire extinguishers has a combination theory and hands on seminar available for both the residents and industrial citizens of the town. The seminars teach attendees about the different classes of fire, types of extinguishers that are appropriate to extinguish the types of fire, as well as proper storage and maintenance of extinguishers. These seminars are presented on a user fee schedule basis. The Aurora Fire and Emergency Services Department will again be conducting its highly successful Smoke Alarm Campaign.