Children's Coalition for Fire-Safe Mattresses

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What You Can Do

1.    Follow these safety tips:

  • Lock matches and lights in a drawer

  • Do not allow children to learn how to light matches, barbecues, etc.

  • Talk to your children about fire safety

  • Do not use electric blankets on any bed

  • Do not plug in electrical appliances near a bed

  • If bedding, a bed, or upholstered furniture ignite, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTINGUISH . . . LEAVE THE HOUSE IMMEDIATELY AND CALL 911 FROM A NEIGHBOR'S HOUSE

2.    Email the CPSC at MNeily@cpsc.gov, and demand fire-safe mattresses.

3.    Ask your mattress retailer to carry flame-retardant mattresses.