Fire Safety

Don’t be a statistic. Be safe. A fatal house fire occurs approximately every three hours in America, and more than 20,000 people are injured or die from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning every year. The numbers may be alarming, but just a few steps can help shield your family from danger at home.

Making sure you have comprehensive home and fire safety can seem daunting. That’s why we’ve broken it down into 4 steps that you and your family can follow to help prevent a disaster from happening in the first place, with directions on how to respond if the worst does occur.

At home, place the power to put out small fires in your hands and within your reach. Fire extinguishers can help save lives and protect property, but remember — the number one priority in any house fire is to escape safely. Fire extinguishers should only be used to extinguish or contain a small fire, and after the fire department has been notified. Fire safety experts recommend always having a fire extinguisher within reach.

Know where to place your smoke alarm. Our interactive tool will help you find out where to place smoke alarms and other detectors in your home.

Your home environment can be an invaluable tool for better health. In fact, we spend an average of 65% of our lives at home.* From the quality of the air we breathe — to feeling comfortable and secure — Kidde offers a full line of solutions to help make your home safer and healthier.

In home fires, early warning is critical. So don’t wait until it’s too late. Smoke alarms are one of the best and least expensive ways to provide early warning when a fire begins. When properly installed and maintained, smoke alarms can help prevent injuries and minimize property damage.

Businesses come in different types and sizes. And as a global leader in fire safety equipment, Kidde offers fire extinguishers to meet the needs of almost all of them. We’ll help you decide which solutions fit your business, and we’ll show you how and when to use them.

Many cities and states have created legislation requiring smoke alarms or specific types of smoke alarms in various settings. Certain laws also specify when homes need carbon monoxide alarms or other safety products. Understanding your local requirements can help you keep your home safe from the dangers of fire.