It’s Annual Fire Prevention Week
Beginning in 1922 and continuing for over 100 years, the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) has sponsored the annual public observance of Fire Prevention Week. Additionally, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance in 1925. In fact, it is the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, participants learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Among other efforts, firefighters graciously provide lifesaving public education in an effort to decrease casualties caused by fires.
In commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th. Sadly, this disastrous fire killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.
This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 6-12. This is a great opportunity to review fire hazards in the workplace and what to do in a fire emergency. This year’s campaign strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms. For information on how to plan and implement a successful FPW campaign using NFPA resources, visit NPFA.org.
National Fire Protection Association Resources for Fire Prevention Week:
- Key Smoke Alarm Safety Guidelines and Tips
- Smoke Alarm Technology Updates
- Best Practices
- Action Steps: Install, Test, and Replace
- Educator Toolkit
- Smoke Alarm Activities
- Digital Catalog
At National Safety Compliance we offer a variety of fire safety training items including training kits, booklets, and fire safety posters. Injuries due to fire can be prevented and smoke detectors that are functioning properly is one step towards protecting all our employees.