The Arson Prevention Program for Children (TAPP-C) is a program involving fire service and mental health professionals to help families that have children or teens involved in fire-play.
What is Fire-Play
- Playing with matches or lighters.
- Playing with the toaster, stove or furnace.
- Burning items such as toys, paper, or garbage.
- Setting a fire to destroy something or hurt someone.
Warning Signs for Parents
- Your child likes to play with matches and lighters and uses them like toys.
- You have concerns about your child's behaviour as well as their fascination with fire.
- You have found burned items/toys in or around your house and garage.
Program information
- Fire services provide a home safety check to educate children and their families about fire and good fire safety practices.
- Mental health professionals assess risk and provide treatment.
- TAPP-C is free of charge and is available to children from 2 to 17 years of age.
- Contact Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services at 905-753-2230 for more information or to refer a child into the program.