Framgångsfaktorer vid bostadsbränder - en inventering av erfarenheter från svensk räddningstjänst

Success factors are identified for residential fires. Success factors are defined as aspects resulting in a positive outcome if a fire occurs in a home environment. The factors could be linked to the individual persons as well as to the society. The success factors have been identified using cluster analysis of statistical information and using interviews with rescue services personnel. The typical success factors are presence of an operational smoke detector and the knowledge and ability by the residents to do something about the fire in an early stage. Information and education about fire prevention and actions in the case of a fire are identified as important