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Call 112

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Blocked exits discovered too late
Untested night escape

Quick summary

Fire drill twice a year day and night. Time escape to meeting point. Earthquake drop-cover-hold. Fix problems after.

Do This Now

Step 1: Schedule fire drill twice a year — day and night
Step 2: Time how long full family reaches outdoor meeting point
Step 3: Run earthquake drill — drop, cover, hold under sturdy table
Step 4: Test smoke alarm during drill so children know the sound
Step 5: Discuss what went wrong and fix obstacles after each drill

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT skip debrief — drills improve only when you fix found problems.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT laugh or scare as prank during drill — children may not take real alarm seriously.

How to Call for Help

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Real fire or quake during drill — abandon drill and call 112 immediately.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Share drill timing with neighbours so they do not panic at your shouting.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Minor injury during drill — treat fall, then review why route failed.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Real event within days of drill — praise correct actions to reinforce learning.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Drills are practice — call 112 in real emergency. Do not simulate gas leak with real gas off without training.

Call 112

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