5 steps to prevent fire on approaching Tet

Electricity and electrical equipment must be checked before going to bed. Manage flammable materials in the house, ensure there is an emergency exit when an incident occurs.

The recent continuous fires in Tran Quoc Thao Street (HCMC) and Le Chan (Hai Phong) are caused by a fire source from the house. Here are 5 simple steps to control the fire source from a safety expert, Dr. Quan Hong Duc.

1. Note to check electrical and electrical equipment before you go to bed at night

Electricity is one of the potential risks of fire and explosion, especially at night. Note, do not use damaged or disconnected wires, power outlets. Connections when exposed are inadequate, causing sparks or burning heat.

Should use electrical outlets, power plugs produced by reputable firms, need to check to prevent overload. You can use the dry hand to gently place the plastic surface of the socket to feel the heat than normal. The possibility of fire due to overload is entirely possible.

Regularly check the switches and connections of electrical appliances in the home.(Photo: Khanh Ly)

Turn off devices with electric motors if possible. If you cannot turn them off, make sure that the running motor is not crashed and suddenly stops running like it is blocked, stuck . In fact, if the power is not converted into mechanical energy, it will turn into heat. energy and fire.

Fan cage not only to protect children, prevent them from reaching into the running fan, it is also a device to protect the rotor when it is spinning, making sure the impeller is not stuck, entangled in clothes, mosquito net . causing stop again. If the impeller stops due to a jam, entangles an object that occurs for a long enough time, the motor will burn and may cause a fire. With air-conditioning equipment, ensure a clear space for the heater of the air conditioner. Make sure the air conditioner heater fan is not stuck. Periodically clean the hot air conditioner.

2. Managing flammable materials in the home

It is best not to store flammable, combustible materials in your home. If the family really needs it, use it all and don't store it. Paper, cloth . absolutely not close to the heat source. Never store burning materials in corridors, walkways, emergency doors, in bedrooms.

3. Always make sure there are emergency exit doors and gates

Do not let objects obstruct the emergency exit, exit door. If the house is isolated and for security reasons need to be a protective barrier, make sure you design the emergency door on the fence. You can lock the exit door to prevent theft but you need to make sure everyone knows where to store the key.

4. Fire extinguisher or fire fighting equipment

Arrange a portable fire extinguisher for your apartment. You also need to know how to use a fire extinguisher and teach everyone in your family how to use it. The fire extinguisher should be easily accessible. Never leave a fire extinguisher in a place with a high risk of fire, for example, a kitchen corner. If you live in a apartment, you need to be sure you know where to store the fire extinguisher, for example, a corridor or a wall.

5. Emergency response and evacuation plans

We often subject ourselves to being able to react in time, but what if you woke up at night because of a fire in your apartment? Now fear will make you 'stunned' and 'stop reacting' . Therefore it is best to prepare some emergency response and evacuation options if there is a fire or explosion incident in the apartment. The more well prepared you are, the more discerning you will be in an emergency situation.

Guide evacuation and coping plans for all family members, including your maids.