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Take the "Fire" out of fire play
For many years, fire safety experts have sponsored national ad campaigns to teach children not to play with matches or lighters. However, the fact remains that, as a result of playing with fire, each year an alarming number of children are seriously injured. Most children, at one time or another, are curious about fire. Some simply watch it, while others go further and will actually set a fire. Children don't perceive as threatening the tiny, attractive flames from matches, lighters or candles; they don't realize that a spark can quickly grow into a roaring fire. Although curiosity about fire is common, this interest must be carefully guided in order to prevent a tragedy. It's never too early to educate children to the dangers of fire play. Teachers and parents spend a lot of time instructing children about many important safety lessons ---- look both ways before crossing the street, don't talk to strangers, etc. But, one important lesson often forgotten is the lesson of fire safety. In continuing its outreach efforts in fire prevention, the New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association (NYPIUA) has sponsored the production and free distribution of a fire safety video entitled, "Don't Play Games With Fanny Flame" to schools throughout New York State. This 16 minute video provides for you an opportunity to share with children important messages about fire safety. |