Safety Tips

Home Safety Tips:

Kitchen:

• Keep a distance between flammable objects and fire sources.
• Use harmful products with caution and keep them out of reach to children and pets.
• Never leave sharp objects and utensils unattended.
• Leave space around appliances for proper ventilation.

Bathroom:

• Keep electrical appliances wrapped and put away, never use around water.
• Use no-slip strips on the bottom of tub or shower.

Bedroom:

• Never smoke in bed
• Purchase mattresses with open flame-resistant protection.
• You’re most vulnerable when you sleep. Even in bed, keep a phone, light (and if necessary, a weapon)
  within reach.

Garage:

• Keep chemicals and poisonous substances locked up and or out of reach from kids/pets.
• Keep clean/organized, especially because tools can be sharp, heavy or dangerous.

Backyard:

• Fence in your yard
• Keep trees and bushes trimmed
• Keep pool areas locked when not in use

Stairwells:

• Keep steps, well light, dry and clean.
• Make sure all railings are sturdy and on both sides of the stairwells.
• Make the distance between rails very narrow enough to prevent a child/infant from falling through.

To Guard Against Fire:

• Install smoke detectors, change batteries every year.
• Avoid overloading outlets/extension cords.
• Keep fire extinguishers handy and know how to use them.
• Establish/practice safety exit plans.
• Never block or pile things onto heaters or heat excluding appliances.
• Never leave a fire or hot appliance unattended.
• Remove dry vegetation from around the perimeter of the house.
• Cover all fireplaces and pits.