Bushy, Blazer and Paddy

Hi, we're Bushy, Blazer and Paddy. It's our job to teach kids all over Queensland about fire safety and how you can help keep your family and friends safe.

Play School invite some very special guests from the emergency services to share safety messaging for young children. Watch the episodes on the ABC Kids app or through the ABC iView website. Click here to find out more.

 

KidSafe - Backyard fires

 

How hot do fires get?

 

What is the best way to light a fire pit or campfire?

 

What wood should I use for my campfire?

 

How do I stop my fire smoking out my neighbour?

 

Where should I place my fire pit or campfire?

 

What is the safest way to put out my fire?

 

We often have a couple of drinks around the fire at night. This is OK, isn't it?

 

What should I do if the fire gets out of control?

 

My kids love to toast marshmallows around the fire. Is this safe?

 

When I am camping I like to let the fire burn overnight so I can easily restart in the morning. Is this safe?

 

How close should we sit to an open fire?

 

I’ve seen kids throw spray cans on fires…

 

How do I choose a fire pit or brazier?

 

My child is always lighting fires in the garden. What should I do?

 

​When my fire doesn’t start, my uncle says I can put petrol on it. Can I?

Last updated 24 May 2024