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Seasonal Safety

50 Holiday Home Safety Tips

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Holiday Cooking

 

  • Avoid loose-fitting clothing, such as long, open sleeves, which can easily be ignited by hot burners, when cooking.
  • Never leave the kitchen unattended when something is cooking on the stove. Always turn pot handles inward to prevent small children from reaching a hot pan.
  • Don't store items on the stove top – they could catch fire.
  • Keep kitchen appliances clean and in good condition. Turn off appliances after use.
  • Don't overload receptacle outlets. Check appliances for frayed or cracked wires. Do not use electrical appliances in or near water.
  • Be sure the kitchen is well ventilated or keep a window cracked to help prevent the build-up of carbon monoxide from gas cooking appliances.
  • Equip the kitchen area with smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.
  • Use chafing dishes with caution.
     

 

Wrapping Paper

 

  • When making paper decorations, look for materials labeled noncombustible or flame-resistant.
  • Never place trimmings near open flames or electrical connections.
  • Remove all wrapping paper from the tree and fireplace areas immediately after presents are opened.
  • Do not burn papers in the fireplace. A flash fire may result, as wrappings ignite suddenly and burn intensely.

For additional holiday home safety tips, visit www.homesafetycouncil.org.

About the Home Safety Council: The Home Safety Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated solely to the prevention of and education about home injuries. The council is an independent, 501(c)(3), charitable organization with the mission to empower, activate and educate society to practice better home safety to prevent injuries and save lives. For additional home safety information and free brochures, visit www.homesafetycouncil.org.


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