Fire Quote by Terry Pratchett
““Stanley always followed the rules. All sorts of things could go wrong if you didn't. So far he'd done 1:Upon Discovery of the Fire, Remain Calm. Now he'd come to 2: Shout 'Fire!' in a Loud, Clear Voice. 'Fire!' he shouted, and then ticked off 2 with his pencil. Next was: 3: Endeavour to Extinguish Fire If Possible. Stanley went to the door and opened it. Flames and smoke billowed in. He stared at them for a moment, shook his head, and shut the door. Paragraph 4 said: If Trapped by Fire, Endeavour to Escape. Do Not Open Doors If Warm. Do Not Use Stairs If Burning. If No Exit Presents Itself Remain Calm and Await a) Rescue or b) Death.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: "The Fire Safety Manual", Terry Pratchett, 1995
Following safety rules and staying calm in emergencies prevents panic and guides effective action, even when options are limited.
In simple terms: Stay calm and follow safety steps during crises.
Key Takeaway
Remember and breathe, then act according to protocol.
Themes
safety
calmness
decision‑making
emergency response
Mood
alert
prepared
thoughtful
Type
educational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- fire drills
- workplace safety
- disaster preparedness
- personal safety
Key Concepts
risk assessment
procedural compliance
stress response
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if a rule conflicted with safety?
- How can you balance rule‑following with critical thinking?
A Different Perspective
Rules may not cover every unique scenario, requiring judgment.
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