Smoking fire safety outreach materials

As a member of the fire service, you know all too well the dangers of unattended or improperly discarded smoking materials. These free resources are yours to use when educating smokers about the importance of practicing fire safety.

Smoking fire safety messages to share

It is important for smokers to know the steps they can take to keep themselves and their families safe from fire. Put these fire safety messages into your own words when talking to people about smoking and fire safety.

  • Smoke outside. Many things in your home can catch on fire if they touch something hot like a cigarette or ashes. It is always safer to smoke outside.
  • Put cigarettes out all the way. Do this every time. Don’t walk away from lit cigarettes and other smoking materials. Put water on the ashes and butts to make sure they are really out before you put them in the trash.
  • Be alert. Do not smoke after taking medicine that makes you tired. You may not be able to prevent or escape from a fire if you are sleepy or have taken medicine that makes you tired.
  • Never smoke around medical oxygen. Medical oxygen can explode if a flame or spark is near. Even if the oxygen is turned off, it can still catch on fire.
  • Never smoke in bed. Mattresses and bedding can catch on fire easily. Do not smoke in bed because you might fall asleep with a lit cigarette.
  • Put your cigarette out in an ashtray or bucket with sand. Use ashtrays with a wide base so they won’t tip over and start a fire.

Outreach materials from the U.S. Fire Administration

Public service announcement: smoking and fire safety

Door hangers

How to print after download

These hangers are easy to print and assemble on ready-made perforated door hanger templates that you can buy at your local or online office supply store. We recommend buying templates with the following specifications:

  • 90 lb. stock
  • 2-up on 8.5" x 11" sheet
  • 1.25" perforated hole (left in)
  • Microperforated between door hangers
  • Compatible with copiers, laser, inkjet and offset presses
smokers door hanger - English

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smokers door hanger - bilingual

Download English/Spanish PDF 758 KB

Handouts and posters

up in smoke poster
Always Smoke Outside poster
Order Up in Smoke outreach materials

Social media messages and images to share

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Smoking is a leading cause of home fire deaths. Help increase awareness with these free materials https://www.usfa.fema.gov

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Smoking is a leading cause of home fire deaths. You can prevent fires caused by careless smoking! Smoke outside. Use deep, sturdy ashtrays. Always make sure cigarettes are put out completely. Never smoke in bed. For more information on smoking and fire safety, visit www.usfa.fema.gov

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Stock photography

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Outreach materials from other organizations

USFA recommends the following organization as a trusted and reliable source for free outreach materials you can use to help increase awareness about smoking and fire safety in your community.

More resources on smoking and fire safety