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Fall Safety tips !. Autumn Safety Tips . It’s that time of year again. A lot of upcoming holidays, long weekends, and weight gaining from Thanksgiving chow. Brilliant colors of reds, golds, and oranges of fall leaves. Let’s take some time to consider what safety issues that
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Autumn Safety Tips • It’s that time of year again. A lot of • upcoming holidays, long weekends, • and weight gaining from • Thanksgiving chow. Brilliant • colors of reds, golds, and oranges of • fall leaves. Let’s take some time to • consider what safety issues that • come with changes in weather.
Fallen Leaves • Ladders • Gutters and leaf removal. • Thin layer of wet leaves. • Sloping pavements and driveways. • Leaves cannot only be dangerous to humans. • Leaves in plies
Weather Conditions • Changing temperatures • Fog • Rain • Freezing rain • Snow • Daylights Savings Time
Driving • Aware of school zones. • Follow posted speed limits. • Safe following distance. • Head lights • Winterizing and Inspections • DIC. • Safety Gear.
Recreation • Warm up and stretch before playing any types of sports. • Football season. • Basketball courts. • Play safe. • All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) • Motorcycle Safety
Home • Replace expired fire extinguishers. • Test or replace smoke detector • batteries. • Check cords on all electrical equipment. • Hire a professional. • Insulate water pipes. • Drain and be sure to store gas.
Halloween • Decorating: • Clear all tripping hazards • Paint scary faces or designs on pumpkins instead of carving them. • Carving tools • Use battery powered light sources
Halloween • Costumes: • Flame-retardant materials. • Costumes are bright enough to be seen at night, more visible. • Costumes that create a trip hazard • Other Safety Measures
Halloween • Trick or Treating: • Have an adult. • Plan a safe route. • Well-lit houses and to stay on porches. • Not to eat any treats. • Remind children to use flashlights.