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Christmas Safety TipsDecember 2004

Don’t Drink and Drive!Don’t Drink and Drive! The 3 most critical skills necessary for good

safe driving are: Judgment, Vision, Reaction Alcohol impairs… Impairment may occur well before reaching the

illegal blood alcohol limit Alcohol may have a different effect each time

the driver drinks depending on: If/when food is consumed Metabolism Mood/level of fatigue, etc…

Drunk Driving FactsDrunk Driving Facts

Since the mid- 1990’s 17,000 North Americans

killed 700,000+ injured

Average day’s toll 46 die/40% of traffic

fatalities

Greatest single cause of death for those ages 6-33

3 out of 10 North Americans may be involved in an alcohol-related crash Nearly 80% killed not wearing seatbelts Yearly cost > 50 billion Over 1.5M arrested 50% of traffic fatalities during the holidays were alcohol related

Holiday Parties and AlcoholHoliday Parties and Alcohol

Encourage a focus on fun activities, not alcohol

Prepare plenty of foods Offer a variety of non-

alcoholic beverages Use a “key basket” to collect

keys when guests arrive Know guests condition

before returning the keys when they depart

Don’t let guests mix their own drinks – use a reliable bartender Stop serving alcohol at least one hour before the party ends Ensure designated drivers and alternative transportation is available or plan for houseguests

Holiday TravelHoliday Travel

Plan your trip with scheduled rest stops and activities for small children

Leave an itinerary with a friend so someone knows where you are

Don’t overload your vehicle or obstruct your view with packages

Avoid a heavy meal before leaving on a trip to prevent sleepiness.

Holiday TravelHoliday Travel

Get a good night’s sleep before starting on the road Follow other vehicles at a safe distance If traveling in winter weather, carry emergency equipment

such as first aid kit, blankets, compass, flashlight, flares, etc.

Christmas Tree SafetyChristmas Tree Safety

Consider an artificial tree A real tree should not

lose it needles when tapped on the ground

Cut 1” off the truck to help the tree absorb water

Tree stand should hold at least 1 gal. of water


A 6 foot tree will use 1 gal. of water every 2 days

Mix a chemical preservative with the water

Check water level every day


Keep the tree away from floor heaters, fire places, or other heat sources

Use only CSA-approved lights, and no more than 3 strands linked together

Christmas LightsChristmas Lights

Use only outdoor lights outside your home

Examine light strings each year, discard worn ones

Fasten the bulbs securely and point the sockets down to avoid moisture build up

Christmas LightsChristmas Lights

Connect no more than 3 strands together

Never use indoor extension cords outside

Avoid overloading wall outlets and extension cords

Never run cords under rugs or carpets

Home SafetyHome Safety

Install a smoke detector or new batteries in the one(s) you have and TEST it.

Dispose of fireplace ashes into a metal container until cold


After parties, check around and under sofa and chair cushions for smoldering cigarettes [provide lots of ash trays]

Install at least one carbon monoxide detector in your home


Have an operable fire extinguisher readily available.

Clean the oven and stove prior to the holiday. Often the extra load on these appliances cause a fire due to high use and grease build up


Keep kitchen clutter away from stove and oven

Avoid loose, flammable clothing. Clothing often catches fire around candles, matches, fireplaces and stoves

Happy HolidaysHappy Holidays

Have a MerryChristmas anda Safe & Happy

New Year!!!!

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