A Lesson on Stop, Drop & Roll

2/2/2021 (Permalink)

Stop, Drop and Roll SHOULD ONLY BE USED IF YOUR CLOTHING CATCHES FIRE

As a kid, especially in Kindergarten, Stop, Drop, and Roll was a big deal. In fact---adults of today are still perplexed on how we have gotten through our lives without ever having to act this procedure out. But jokes aside---Stop, Drop and Roll is a life saver and SERVPRO of New Philadelphia wants to give our adults (and kids alike) a little re-lesson on this true lifesaving, forgotten technique.

Stop, Drop and Roll is a method to use if your clothing catches fire. You should always stay away from fire. But if your clothing does happen to catch fire the NFPA suggests: “Stop where you are.  Drop to the ground and cover your eyes and mouth with your hands.  Roll over and over and back and forth until the flames are out. Cool the burn and get medical help.”

Allowing your children to understand how Stop, Drop and Roll works is very important. Kiddos get very confused, especially littler children, when to use this technique. Stop, Drop and Roll SHOULD ONLY BE USED IF YOUR CLOTHING CATCHES FIRE. The NFPA warns that “children who do not have a good understanding of stop, drop, and roll will sometimes do this if they burn a finger or need to get outside if the smoke alarm sounds. Using stop, drop, and roll under the wrong circumstances could be very dangerous.” Littles should understand that if the home is on fire---they should immediately get outside.

Here's the true method of Stop, Drop and Roll.

• Stop where you are.
• Drop to the ground – lay flat with your legs out straight and cover your eyes and mouth with your hands.
• Roll over and over and back and forth until the flames are out.
• Get help from a grown-up right away.
• The most important thing to remember is to stay away from fire. It can catch your clothes on fire.
• Only use “stop, drop, and roll” if your clothes are on fire.

If you’d like to practice with your family. Here is a YouTube video that makes this serious practice memorable. 

Fire is no laughing matter. And SERVPRO of New Philadelphia is the fire restoration specialist in the Dover area. In addition to fire, smoke, and soot damage, your New Philadelphia home may also suffer from water damage as a result of the firefighting efforts. This type of damage can be especially upsetting and destructive for your family to process. You may feel stressed, confused, and vulnerable, so you’ll need a caring expert to guide you through this crisis. We’ll treat you with respect and empathy, and we’ll always treat your home and belongings with care.

SERVPRO of New Philadelphia specializes in fire and water damage restoration. We have the specific damage restoration training, personnel, and equipment and can quickly restore your home to pre-fire condition.

Please refer to our Fire Damage Tips - Until Help Arrives Guide and follow these tips to protect yourself and your property.

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