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OURLISTOFTHE
25 TOPSAFETYTIPSDURINGTHEHOLIDAYS
From ECBM
TIP#1 THERIGHTLIGHTS
Mixing and matching lights
can create a fire hazard.
Keep outside lights
outdoors and inside lights
indoors.
TIP#2 DON’TOVERDO IT
Do not connect
more than three
sets of lights to an
extension cord.
TIP#3 STABLECABLES
Do not close doors or windows on extension
cords, and do not run them under rugs or carpeting.
TIP#4 LIGHTSOUTATLIGHTSOUT
Remember to unplug all decorations and
lights, both inside and outside your home,
before leaving or going to bed.
TIP #5 IN S IGHT, BUT OUT OF THE WAY
Place candles in stable
holders and in a spot
where they cannot be
easily disturbed.
TIP#6 GIVE IT ROOMTOSHINE
Select a spot for a tree that is at least three
feet away from a heat source.
TIP#7 DRYTREE= FIREHAZARD
Once a tree becomes dried
out, don’t keep it in your
home or garage, as it is
highly flammable.
TIP#8 CHECKTHEHALLS
The holiday season is a good time of the
year to check your home’s smoke alarms
to ensure they are in good working order
and to replace batteries as needed.
TIP #9 REACHING GREAT HEIGHTS
Make sure you select the correct ladder for the
job—check the length and duty rating. Proper
length is a minimum of three feet extending over
the roofline or working surface
TIP#10 CHECKINGIT TWICE…
Inspect your ladder before each use for loose or damaged: • Steps • Rungs • Spreaders • Rung dogs • Safety feet• Other parts
TIP#11 UPONTHEROOFTOP…
Keep your body centered between the rails of the ladder at all times.
Do not lean too far to the side while working.
Never overreach.
Instead, descend from the ladder and move it to a better position.
TIP#12 THEYULELOG
Do not burn wrapping papers in the fireplace.
Additives in wrapping paper make it burn at extremely high temperatures.
A A flash fire may result as wrappings ignite suddenly and burn intensely .
TIP#13 OHCHRISTMASTREE
Never dispose of a Christmas tree by burning it in your fireplace.
The wood of the Christmas tree has not been properly dried or seasoned and is not safe to burn.
TIP #14 OTHER CHIMNEY V IS ITORS
Check and Clean The
Chimney and fireplace area
at least once a year
TIP #15 A CANDLE IN THE WINDOW?
Never leave burning candles unattended or fall
asleep in a room with a lit candle.
TIP#16 FUN FOR THE L ITTLE ONES
Decorate your home with your kids and
young visitors in mind.
Move ornaments and other decorations
that are breakable or could be choking
hazards out of reach.
TIP #17 THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB
Always use the proper step
ladder; don't stand on chairs or
other furniture
TIP #18 YOU WOULD EVEN SAY IT GLOWS
Lights are among the best parts of holiday
decorating; make sure there are no exposed or
frayed wires, loose connections, or broken sockets.
TIP#19 CAREFORYOURTREE
If
using
a natural
tree, make sure
it is well watered.
TIP #20 BRING US A F IGGY PUDDING
When preparing a meal, wash
hands, utensils, sink and anything
else that touches raw meat.
TIP #21 DASHING THROUGHTHE SNOW
Use a designated driver to
ensure guests make it home
safely after a holiday party.
Alcohol, over‐the‐counter or
illegal drugs all cause
impairment.
TIP #22 HE 'S MISTER HEAT BLISTER ,HE 'S MISTER 101 .
Use a food thermometer to make sure
meat is cooked to a safe temperature
TIP#23 …IFTHEREAREANY
Refrigerate leftover food within two hours of serving.
TIP#24 THETRAFFIC IS TERRIFIC
Be prepared for heavy traffic, and possibly snow.
TIP #25 DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?
Put that cell phone away!
Distracted driving causes
one‐quarter of all crashes.
WISH ING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY, SAFE , AND JOYOUS HOL IDAY SEASON !