Posts Tagged ‘life safety’
Warmer Weather? Be Careful About Leaving Windows Open
About 30% of those burglaries are accomplished through an open window or an unlocked door and usually during the daytime hours when occupants are away. Here’s what to do about it.
Read MoreCoping After a Burglary
While you and your family are facing a whirlwind of emotion and trying to heal, it’s important to take some critical steps at the very earliest opportunity to protect yourself so it doesn’t happen again.
Read MoreEffectiveness of Smoke Alarms: Are You Getting the Most From Yours?
Smoke alarms are your home’s first line of defense against fire, but in order to get the most out of them, you need to ensure they are operating properly. Here’s a few tips to help.
Read MoreFire Safety is Important During the Holidays
From candles being lit to baking your Christmas ham, the holidays involve the risk of fire in your home. Keep your home safe by taking the time to prepare and implement a few additional safety tips this holiday season:
Read MoreSmart and Simple Steps to Prepare for Winter
Winter is beautiful but comes with a set of risks. Wind chill can cause frostbite; freezing rain can cause road hazards; and Nor’easters can cause more damage than hurricanes. Now is the best time to prepare for those potential hazards.
Read MoreThe Subtle Dangers of CO and How To Avoid Them
Unlike smoke or natural gas, carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, but it is just as poisonous. Here’s how to avoid being a victim.
Read MoreA Home Safety Guide for Older Residents
Falls are by far the most common injury older adults encounter, with fires being a close second. Just by taking the time to walk around the house and identify potential hazards, you could save your life or the life of an aging loved one.
Read MorePersonal Safety Tips While Living Alone
The one problem of living by yourself is safety, because as the saying goes, there’s safety in numbers. Living alone, however, can be very safe with a little planning and care.
Read MoreHow A Light Bulb Can Ruin Your Life
Any kind of light bulbs, from fluorescent to incandescent to halogen, can cause fires if they are not used correctly. Here are the specific features on common household light bulbs that can potentially lead to fire.
Read MoreShady Neighbor? See Something…Say Something.
Here are some possible consequences of “minding your own business” too much, specifically when you believe your neighbor is committing an ongoing crime.
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