ACT Emergency Services (ESA) has developed a new online learning program to ensure Canberra kids have access to important fire safety education.
Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Mick Gentleman launched the new program with ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R) saying the program’s online worksheets and activities were designed to ensure children felt confident, safe and prepared in the event of a fire emergency.
“ACT Fire & Rescue usually deliver their fire safety education in the classroom to students throughout the ACT, however due to COVID-19 restrictions they have adapted their program and brought it online,” Mr Gentleman said.
“This gives ACT children and their families access to valuable fire safety education that has been aligned with the Australian Curriculum anytime, anywhere via the ESA website,” he said.
“While designed for younger Canberrans, these fire safety messages are important for people of all ages to understand.”
Mr Gentleman said the fire safety education program featured a range of educational videos including understanding the difference between good and bad fires; basic smoke alarm awareness and how to exit the home safely; as well as who to call in an emergency; and ensuring people had a home evacuation plan.
Chief Officer of ACT Fire and Rescue, Chris Zeitlhofer said fire safety could be a scary topic for both parents and children, however the new program would help ensure kids were equipped with the skills and knowledge to contribute towards the safety of their family and home.
The program can be accessed at this PS News link.
