As the holiday season approaches and you start making a list and checking it twice, consider the safety of your home. If you don’t live with young children or older adults, there are many areas of your home that could potentially be unsafe without some foresight. If you plan to host a holiday meal or […]
Home Heating Safety
As colder weather approaches, it’s a good time to think about home heating safety. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, heating equipment was involved in about 58,900 reported home structure fires in the U.S. in 2009. That’s about 18 percent of all reported home fires for that year. No matter whether you’re relying on […]
Safe Sleep 101
A safe crib is the best place for a baby to sleep. The United States Product Safety Commission has recalled nearly 7 million cribs since 2007. Many of those cribs have drop-sides that allow parents and caregivers to easily access the inside of the crib. The issue is that these moveable parts are prone to […]
Lawn Mower Injuries
This time of year it seems like lawn maintenance just never ends. Mowing the lawn is a common chore for adolescents, but lawn mowers are machines that can be very dangerous if used improperly. The moving blades or engine of a lawn mower can cause a number of injuries, ranging from broken bones to burns […]
Water Safety 101
Poolside summer afternoons are a fun way to spend time with family and friends. As the weather gets warmer, it’s a good idea to review water safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this season. People of any age can be at risk of drowning, but it is a leading cause of […]
