Show them how to unlock doors and windows. In an apartment, your children need to know which stairways will get them out of the building. Tell your children never to take the elevator during a fire. Decide on a planned meeting area outside the home as part of your home fire escape plan. Call the Fire Department from a neighbour's phone.
Smoke alarms Make sure children know what a smoke alarm is.
Show your child how important smoke alarms are by testing your smoke alarm every month and changing the battery at least once a year.