Posted on February 17, 2010.
How to enjoy the holidays safely For most of us during the holidays there is simply not enough hours in the day. However, if we do not slow down and take time to security, which should be a joyful period may become a season of regret. Here is a collection of suggestions to help you stay safe for the holidays.
Lights tree fresh and safe
* Buy a fresh tree that smells like pine. Make sure the needles are hard to pull on the branches. Otherwise, it may be too dry and a fire hazard.
* Keep the tree outdoors with the trunk in water, snow or wet dirt or sand until you are ready to use.
* Place your tree at least five feet from sources of heat that can dry.
* Saw about two inches from the trunk. Keep water in the stand.
* Check the water in the tree stand daily.
* If a tree begins to fall her hands, put it in the open air at once.
* Games of lights should be UL Mark. Do not use strings that are frayed or broken son.
* Unplug electrical decorations when adjustments or repairs, and when leaving home or going to bed.
* Do not run extension cords under rugs, through doorways or near heaters. Make sure the cords are not pinched behind or under furniture.
* Attach the cables so that nobody trips over them.
* Do not use more than three standard sets of lights per outlet.
* Plug the lights in multiple surge current.
* Do not use light strings marked "for indoor use" outside.
* Power exterior lighting must be provided by permanent waterproof wiring and installed by a qualified electrician.
* When stringing lights outdoors, working in pairs.
Candles, fireplaces and pot-pourri
* Decorate with flame-retardant or noncombustible materials.
* Read labels before use materials and special holidays.
* To hold candles stable.
* Keep burning candles away from decorations, trees, draperies and other flammable materials. Never put them in windows or near exits.
* Do not burn wrapping papers in the fireplace. A flash fire may result as wrappings ignite suddenly.
* If you build a fire, use a fireplace screen and do not leave young children unattended.
* Keep a fire extinguisher handy. Know how to use it.
* Wear gloves while decorating with glass "angel hair spun" to avoid irritation to eyes and skin.
* Use a sturdy ladder or step stool to reach high places.
* Keep children's safety in mind when holiday decorations and buy sweets. Closely supervise children during the holiday activities, including when you visit relatives or friends.
Adults Just Want to Have Fun
Children are not the only ones who want to have fun this holiday season. If you plan to host or attend a Christmas party, keep these inserts storage security in mind:
* If you have guests, make sure walkways and stairs are well lit. Remove any ice or snow melts.
* Do not leave perishable foods at room temperature for more than two hours.
* Provide smokers with large, deep ashtrays, and give particular attention to any smoker who is drinking. Empty ashtrays often, wetting their contents before dumping them.
* After the game, control and under cushions for cigarette butts.
* Use a designated driver if you plan to drink, or call a taxi.
* Eat before and while you drink alcohol. Food in your stomach slows the absorption of alcohol.
* Make your first drink a large glass of water, juice or soda to quench your thirst. Never drink alcohol because you're thirsty.
* Stay away from t.
