Learn Not to Burn Program
Learn Not to Burn was started by the National Fire Protection Association to teach 
children fire safety and burn prevention skills in a positive, non-threatening manner.
The school curriculum is targeted to pre-kindergarten through fourth grade classes.
The Program
In 1986, the program was started by bringing fire trucks to the schools in the spring and letting the kids spray fire hoses and talking about fire safety.
The program has since expanded to a “Spring Finale” in which the kids come to the fire station and go through a safety house. In the safety house they practice crawling low in smoke and using a window as an exit. They also hear from a Forest Ranger about fire safety in the woods, and still get to spray fire hoses.
The program focuses on 12 items which we like the children to learn:
1. Stop, Drop, and Roll. 
2. Crawl Low under the Smoke.
3. Match and Lighter Safety.
4. Cool a Burn.
5. Community Helpers.
6. Reporting Fire and Smoke immediately.
7. Fire and Smoke Drills.
8. Exit Signs and Knowing
9. Smoke Detectors.
10. Home Hazard Inspections.
11. Home Escape Plans.
12. Practicing Outdoor Fire Safety.
Instruction
The instruction is provided by the classroom teachers, with support from Fire Department staff.
Teachers receive:
1. Orientation provided by the Fire Department staff.
2. NFPA Resource Books.
3. A binder explaining the program, any required paperwork tests, evaluations sheets, etc.), letters to the parents, and reproducible activity sheets.
Technical Support
Technical support by the fire department Learn Not to Burn Coordinator includes:
* Scheduling of firefighter visits.
* Coordination of paperwork and supplies.
* Monthly support/reminder letters.
All of the lessons taught by the teachers are reinforced by a visit from a fire department firefighter. Fire Personnel provide demonstrations using props, videos, and fire department equipment and clothing to ensure that the fire safety lessons are retained.
The goal for the Learn Not to Burn Program is to establish the program in all elementary schools within Caribou.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Scott Jackson, at (207) 493-4204