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December Safety Tips
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Candles |
Christmas Trees |
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Candles add a cozy touch to your home during the holidays, but if you're not careful, they can be a serious fire hazard as well. According to the NFPA, nearly 7,590 home fires are caused by candles every year. Follow these fire prevention tips from UL and the NFPA to help keep your family safe from the dangers of candles: |
• Choose a fresh cut Christmas tree. • Make sure it is not shedding its needles. |
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• Be sure to place candles in sturdy, non-combustible holders, and keep them well away from decorations and other combustible materials. Check candles frequently to make sure they don't burn down too far. |
• Cut the trunk and install in a large non-tip stand, well away from fireplaces, exits and heat sources. | ||
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• Don't leave children unattended in a room with lit candles, as well as matches and lighters, up high and out of reach from children |
• Water frequently, check the level daily. | ||
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• Don't display lit candles in windows or near exits in case you need these to escape. |
• Remove your tree promptly if it becomes dry. | ||
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• Under no circumstances is it safe to use lit candles to decorate Christmas Trees. |
• If you use an artificial tree, be sure it's flame retardant. | ||
"Safety" Gift Ideas |
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| □ Three smoke alarms and batteries. | |||
| □ A quality Fire Extinguisher. | |||
| □ A flashlight and batteries or light sticks. | |||
| □ A first-aid kit. | |||
| □ A Carbon Monoxide detector. | |||
| □ A mobile phone. | |||
| □ A second floor escape ladder. | |||
| □ "Emergency Kit" - energy bars, water, battery radio, flashlight/light sticks and a first-aid kit packed in a small travel bag. | |||
