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In 2006, the Nashville Fire Department adopted the National Fire
Protection Association’s Learn Not To Burn® program. The program
teaches children as young as 3 years old fire safety, prevention and
survival behaviors.
There are 8 key fire safety behaviors for preschool children. Some
of the behaviors consist of safety strategies on matches and
lighters, stop, drop and roll, smoke detectors, and escape plans.
In addition, with a grant from the Department of Homeland Security,
the department hired three state licensed teachers dedicated to
training other teachers and promoting fire safety education
throughout the community.
The program has been a success and is now funded as part of the
yearly operation budget. We have trained over 2,000 teachers,
directors, and daycare providers.
Workshops are held monthly at the Fire Academy and participants earn
3 hours of continuing education credit. To register for a Learn Not
To Burn® workshop, please call 615-880-3463. |
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