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OURLISTOFTHE

25 TOPSAFETYTIPSDURINGTHEHOLIDAYS

From ECBM

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TIP#1 THERIGHTLIGHTS

Mixing and matching lights 

can create a fire hazard. 

Keep outside lights 

outdoors and inside lights 

indoors. 

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TIP#2 DON’TOVERDO IT

Do not connect 

more than three 

sets of lights to an 

extension cord. 

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TIP#3 STABLECABLES

Do not close doors or windows on extension 

cords, and do not run them under rugs or carpeting. 

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TIP#4 LIGHTSOUTATLIGHTSOUT

Remember to unplug all decorations and 

lights, both inside and outside your home, 

before leaving or going to bed.

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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.

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TIP#6 GIVE IT ROOMTOSHINE

Select a spot for a tree that is at least three 

feet away from a heat source.

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TIP#7 DRYTREE= FIREHAZARD

Once a tree becomes dried 

out, don’t keep it in your 

home or garage, as it is 

highly flammable.

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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. 

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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

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TIP#10 CHECKINGIT TWICE…

Inspect your ladder before each use for loose or damaged: • Steps • Rungs • Spreaders • Rung dogs • Safety feet• Other parts  

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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. 

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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 .

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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. 

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TIP #14 OTHER CHIMNEY V IS ITORS

Check and Clean The 

Chimney and fireplace area 

at least once a year

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TIP #15 A CANDLE IN THE WINDOW?

Never leave burning candles unattended or fall 

asleep in a room with a lit candle.

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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.

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TIP #17 THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB

Always use the proper step 

ladder; don't stand on chairs or 

other furniture

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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.

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TIP#19 CAREFORYOURTREE

If 

using

a natural

tree, make sure 

it is well watered.

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TIP #20 BRING US A F IGGY PUDDING

When preparing a meal, wash 

hands, utensils, sink and anything 

else that touches raw meat.

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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.

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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

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TIP#23 …IFTHEREAREANY

Refrigerate leftover food within two hours of serving.

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TIP#24 THETRAFFIC IS TERRIFIC

Be prepared for heavy traffic, and possibly snow.

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TIP #25 DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?

Put that cell phone away! 

Distracted driving causes 

one‐quarter of all crashes.

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WISH ING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY, SAFE , AND JOYOUS HOL IDAY SEASON !