If a fire occurs in your home, may have to get out in dark and difficult conditions. Escaping from a fire will be a lot easier if you have already planned your escape route and know where to go.

Make sure that your planned escape route remains free of any obstructions and that there are no loose floor coverings that could trip you. Everyone in the house should be made aware of the escape route.

Plan two ways out of every room, especially bedrooms. Make sure you can unlock all locks and open all windows and doors quickly, even in the dark.

Make special arrangements for small children and people with disabilities. If you have serious mobility you may wish to consider having your bedroom on the ground floor, if this is practical, and as near as possible to an exit.