Fire Safety and Disabilities Guide
By Andrea Davis for improvenet.com
According to FEMA, each year approximately 17,500 people are injured and 3,400 die because of fire. There are dangers associated with fire for everyone, but people with disabilities face unique challenges in these emergencies. As FEMA notes, people with disabilities may have more difficulty escaping during a fire. In addition, some disabilities may prevent them from taking actions ahead of time without the help of a caregiver, friend or relative.
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Related Section Numbers
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- 2013 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide, (2)
- Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide For People with Disabilities, (1)
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