Welcome to the children and young people’s resource hub
A big part of the job of our Prevention team is to get out and about teaching young people about fire safety. The team use lots of engaging and varied resources along the way, so we have compiled them all in this handy hub so you too can use them at your leisure. Maybe you want to start a conversation with your child about fire safety, or just get them thinking about road safety? Whatever you need, we’ve got it here!
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StayWise gives teachers, home educators and emergency services workers free access to curriculum-aligned safety resources developed by UK fire and rescue services, police, paramedics, RNLI and the Coastguard, alongside other safety-focused organisations. Save planning time and help children and young people stay safe at home, in school and in the community. Log in or register today.
Bonfire Night and firework safety
Bonfire Night is lots of fun, but it’s also important to stay safe. Firefighter Craig takes you through some top tips for celebrating safely.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Activity Pack
This pack contains all you need to know about Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Learn about the fire engines we use, the type of incidents we attend and how we keep the people of Shropshire safe! With quizzes, tasks and activities to work through, this is a fun and engaging way to learn about your local fire service.
Your home fire escape plan activity pack
Make sure you and your family can get out when you need to. Talk through an escape plan with the whole family using this booklet to get the conversation started.
Further useful links
- www.welephant.co.uk – This website from the Children’s Burns Trust teaches children about fire safety
- www.cbtrust.org.uk – The Children’s Burns Trust website: click on the Learning Zone tab for activities
- www.firemansam.com/en-gb/home- Fire man Sam website
- www.switchedonkids.org.uk – The Electrical Safety Council’s website for children
- https://safetyseymour.co.uk/ Carbon monoxide for Children: