If your child's clothing is on fire, wrap him quickly in a blanket to put the flames out. In an actual fire, test door handles with your fingertips before grasping them firmly. If they're hot, use an alternate route. Windows are excellent exits on first floors and can be used on upper floors to gain temporary refuge on roofs and porches until help arrives. Call your local fire department or volunteer rescue squad to schedule an in-home visit.
Most communities offer fire-prevention training as a free service to residents or members.
Firefighters can offer suggestions on creating the safest route possible in your home, while also checking your smoke alarms and fire extinguishers, and pointing out any potential fire hazards you hadn't recognized. Teach your children that if trapped in their room they should lie on the floor close to their bed. That is the first place firefighters will look for them. If hallways and exit routes are filled with smoke, get down and crawl. Smoke rises, so the air will be a bit cleaner closer to the floor.