Lesson Plan: Fire Prevention and Public Education

Every year, many firefighters die while performing their sworn duties. Technological changes, construction methods and materials, and everyday items used at home, school, and work continue to make firefighting a dangerous occupation. We can reduce the losses of life and property, if more emphasis is placed on educating the public about fire prevention. Through this lesson, students will explore components relating to fire prevention as well as educating the public about these prevention methods. Finally, students will have the opportunity to conduct fire inspections around their school, then discuss their findings with their classmates. 

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