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It has three sides:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFuel \u2013 something that can burn (like paper, wood, fabric or gas).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHeat \u2013 something that makes things hot enough to catch fire (like a spark, flame or electricity).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOxygen \u2013 found in the air all around us; it helps fire to stay alive.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you take away any one side of the triangle, the fire will go out or won\u2019t start at all.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor example, take away the heat by cooling it down, or remove the fuel so there\u0027s nothing to burn.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy does it matter?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EKnowing about the fire triangle helps us understand how fires start and how to stop them. 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When electrical things go wrong, they can get very hot and start fires.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere\u2019s how:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOverloaded plugs or too many chargers in one socket can overheat.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDamaged wires can spark.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAppliances left switched on can get hot.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECables under carpets can build up heat and start smouldering.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EElectricity itself doesn\u2019t burn, but it can create the heat that starts a fire. So, remember:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENever overload plugs.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUnplug things when we\u2019re finished using them.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETell an adult if we see a damaged cable or a spark.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"The fire triangle and electricity"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse official chargers and appliances \u2013 avoid cheap or counterfeit chargers that can overheat or cause electric shock.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDo not use devices if cables are damaged \u2013 frayed wires, exposed wiring, or damaged plugs can cause sparks or electric shock.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAvoid overloading sockets \u2013 don\u2019t plug too many devices into one socket or extension lead.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKeep devices away from water \u2013 never use electrical items near sinks, baths, or puddles.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKeep devices away from flammable materials \u2013 paper, curtains, clothes or rugs can catch fire if too close to heat sources.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETurn off appliances when leaving the room or house and unplug devices that are not in use. This reduces fire risk, prevents overheating and saves energy.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EStore electrical items safely \u2013 don\u2019t let cords get pinched under doors or furniture.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKeep electrical outlets dust-free by locating and positioning extension leads appropriately \u2013 dust can build up and become a fire risk.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDo not use damaged or wet appliances \u2013 never use a toaster or hair dryer with water nearby.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFollow manufacturer instructions \u2013 using devices incorrectly can create hazards.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EReport hazards to an adult \u2013 frayed wires, sparks, or strange smells should never be ignored.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Preventing fires with electrical devices"}]}]}],"config":null},{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ERunning this activity\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGather everyone together and ask if anyone has heard of the fire triangle. Explain that a fire needs fuel, heat and oxygen, and that if any side is removed, the fire cannot start or will stop spreading.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAsk if anyone can think of how this might happen with electricity. You could give some examples:\u00A0\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EA damaged or overheating lithium-ion battery (heat) near a pile of clothes or paper (fuel) with air around it (oxygen).\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAn electric heater (heat) too close to curtains (fuel).\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive everyone three sticky notes each, or divide everyone into small teams with a pad of sticky notes each.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplain that they\u0027ll walk around the room and spot anything that could make a fire start, especially anything with plugs, wires, or batteries.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind them not to touch or move anything they think might be dangerous.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEncourage them to think about:\u00A0\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFuel: Paper, fabrics, dust, wood, plastic, rubbish or flammable liquids.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHeat: Radiators, chargers, lights, plug sockets, electrical appliances or extension leads.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOxygen: Airflow near open windows or fans that could feed a flame.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive the group ten minutes to explore and to place sticky notes near possible hazards.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAfter the time is up, ask everyone to count how many sticky notes they have placed around the room.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETour the meeting space, pausing at each sticky note to ask the group which part of the fire triangle it represents and what could happen if all parts of the triangle came together.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFor each correctly identified hazard, the group can earn a point. Collect the sticky notes as you go.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAfter identifying hazards, talk together about how to prevent fires, especially electrical ones:\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemove fuel: Keep flammable materials away from sockets and heaters.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EReduce heat: Switch off and unplug unused appliances, don\u0027t overload plugs\u00A0 and don\u0027t use damaged wires. 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