holiday tips

It’s grilling season! It’s the best time of the year to get outside and cook some delicious food on the grill, but a recent statistic found that July is the peak month for grill fires. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an average of 22,155 patients per year go to the emergency room because of injuries involving grills. It is imperative to take precautions for any type of fire, and to lessen the need for emergency services.

1. Location is extremely important when it comes to using a grill. Propane, gas and charcoal grills are designed for areas where there is plenty of ventilation, so make sure you have a flat surface outdoors for your grill, far away from any structures. While it may be tempting to use a grill in an open garage or under […]
   

It’s that time of the year again… firework season! While fireworks are a fun summer tradition, fireworks have led to a heavy amount of summer injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 10,000 firework-related injuries were treated in emergency rooms in the U.S. last year, including 11 firework-related deaths. There are many precautions that should be taken when it comes to keeping yourself and others safe while setting them off. Here are some helpful tips to keep your summer gatherings safe:  

• Close adult supervision is required for older children and their handling of fireworks.  
• Younger children shouldn’t be in close contact with fireworks. 
• Never use fireworks under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  
• Never light fireworks indoors or in the close presence of other people, buildings, or flammable material. 
• Make […]