History of School Fires Presentation
In the United States, an average of 5,500 structure fires occur annually in educational institutions where students attend during the day only. These fires are responsible for approximately 125 injuries, fewer than 5 fatalities, and $50.1 million dollars in property loss.
In New York State during the period 2000 to 2004, six public school buildings sustained fire damage in excess of $27 million dollars. A PowerPoint presentation and narrative has been developed that examines each of these fires in detail. The presentation is provided as a teaching aid to assist administrators, teachers, fire, and safety educators in learning about school fires and how they may prevented or at least minimized through proper safety practices and strict adherence to fire and building codes and regulations. For additional information or to order a free CD , please contact:
Mr. David Clapp
Fire Safety Coordinator
Office of Facilities Planning
1060 Education Building Annex
Albany, New York 12234
Phone: 518 474-3906
Email: dclapp@ mail.nysed.gov