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Fire & Life Safety Information & Resources

Resources to help keep your family, home, and community safe from fire.

Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department · Est. 1924

Safety

The Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to offer an array of fire and life safety resources to our community. Many topics include videos, infographics, and downloadable checklists. Please browse and share these resources with your family, friends, and neighbors.

Featured Topics

A ceiling-mounted smoke detector with a red light is surrounded by wisps of smoke against a dark background.
Smoke Alarm Safety
Automatic fire sprinkler head on a white ceiling.
Home Fire Sprinklers
A person holds a tablet displaying an emergency evacuation plan with sections for general guidelines, available exits, meeting place, and equipment, indicating preparedness for an emergency situation.
Home Fire Escape Planning
A professional technician performing a safety check on a wall-mounted fire extinguisher while taking notes on a clipboard.
Fire Extinguisher Safety
A curious toddler reaching towards a pot on a stove with a look of fascination, highlighting the importance of kitchen safety and child supervision.
Cooking Fire Safety
Two types of carbon monoxide alarms on a plain background, one with a digital display and another with a test button and led indicators.
Carbon Monoxide Safety

Seasonal Topics

Two people warming their hands on a radiator to combat the cold.
Winter Fire Safety
A home cook in an apron carefully slides a golden-brown roasted chicken out of the oven, indicating a moment of delicious triumph in the kitchen.
Thanksgiving Fire Safety
A cozy campfire burns brightly with flames and embers on a rocky shore, as people enjoy the warmth and ambiance in the background.
Summer Fire Safety
A family enjoying the holiday spirit as they decorate a christmas tree together in a cozy living room adorned with festive decorations.
Holiday Fire Safety

Topics by Audience

A fire safety officer installs a smoke detector in a home while an elderly couple looks on with interest.
Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
Five smiling elderly women enjoying each other's company, gathered around a table in a cozy room.
Fire Safety for Older Adults
A young child with a firefighter's helmet and a toy axe playfully takes the driver's seat of a car, pretending to be a firefighter on the go.
Children and Fire Safety
Promoting campus safety with a reminder: always check for fire hazards after parties—25% of campus fires start with unattended cigarettes. stay vigilant and reduce risks related to smoking, alcohol, and furniture.
Campus Fire Safety

More Fire & Life Safety Topics

Family engaged in the process of unpacking and arranging items in a new home.
Apartment Fire Safety
A fierce blaze engulfs a structure at night, with towering flames consuming the silhouette of trees against the darkness.
Arson Awareness and Prevention
Adult supervising a child following a path marked by paper cutouts on the kitchen floor, creating a playful indoor activity.
Burn Prevention
A warm, tranquil ambiance created by a group of burning candles with glowing flames, casting a soft light in a dark setting.
Candle Fire Safety
A ginger cat cozily nestled among clothes inside an open dryer.
Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
A power strip with multiple cords plugged in, showcasing a common scene of electrical connectivity and management on a wooden floor.
Electrical Fire Safety
Abandoned industrial space with dilapidated columns and scattered debris, enveloped in a quiet atmosphere.
Garage and Basement Fire Safety
A family enjoying the holiday spirit as they decorate a christmas tree together in a cozy living room adorned with festive decorations.
Holiday Fire Safety
The remnants of a house after a fire, with only a chimney and parts of the structure still standing amidst the ruins and smoke.
Home Fire Recovery
Two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries of different sizes on a white background, probably designed for use with power tools or garden equipment.
Home Hazardous Materials
A dramatic night sky illuminated by multiple spectacular lightning strikes.
Severe Weather and Fire Safety
A ceiling-mounted smoke detector with a red light is surrounded by wisps of smoke against a dark background.
Smoke Alarm Safety
A person sitting on a chair outside, snuffing out a cigarette in an ashtray on a metal table.
Smoking Fire Safety
A glowing exit sign casting an orange hue on the wall in a dimly lit area.
Travel Fire Safety
Helicopter battling a fierce wildfire amidst smoke and flames.
Wildfire and Outdoor Fire Safety

Content Source: National Fire Protection Association and U.S. Fire Administration

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