Tuesday, August 31, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Keep your car’s trunk and or hatch locked and secured at all times.
Monday, August 30, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When arming your home security system, make sure to securely close and lock all doors and windows prior to arming your system.
Sunday, August 29, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Garden ponds and other water features pose a potential drowning hazard to kids. Make sure you combine barriers with supervision to keep kids safe around pools and water features.
Saturday, August 28, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you’re driving when an earthquake begins, immediately move your car out of traffic and stop, making sure not to stop under or near bridges, overpasses, light poles and signs.
Friday, August 27, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Never dive into an above-ground pool, and always check the water depth before jumping into an in-ground pool. Remember to keep clear of the area underneath the diving board.
Thursday, August 26, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Make sure to keep rear fold-down seats closed at all times so kids can’t easily crawl into the trunk.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Be wary taking kids under six months to public pools, it is hard to determine how clean the water is. Infants are more susceptible to gastrointestinal and water-borne illnesses.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you have a home security system, remember to test the system at least once a month.
Monday, August 23, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Leave curtains parted when you are on vacation, so your house doesn't have an empty look.
Sunday, August 22, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Walk routes to school, stores and friends' houses to make sure children are safe and point out where they can get help in an emergency.
Saturday, August 21, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you plan on taking your pet on a boat this summer, make sure you have an appropriately sized life jacket for your dog or cat. Remember, not all animals know how to swim.
Friday, August 20, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When you arrive at a theme park take a picture of children so you have an image of them in what they are wearing that day, in case they get lost or separated.
Thursday, August 19, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If your child walks or rides a bicycle to school, help him or her choose the safest possible route with the fewest street crossings; walk or ride with him or her if possible.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Make sure your child’s babysitter has a cell phone and that you know the number in case your sitter needs to reach you or vice-versa.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Always lock your doors. Most burglaries don’t involve forcible entry; keeping doors locked at all times helps protect valuables from burglaries that tend to increase during summer.
Monday, August 16, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you have a dark yard, consider adding landscape lighting. It’s a great way to enhance the look of your yard while adding security to the perimeter of your home.
Sunday, August 15, 2010:
Tip of the Day: In an emergency, fast response can depend on a first responder's ability to identify your home. Make sure you can clearly see your house number from the street (day and night).
Saturday, August 14, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you rely on regular medications and plan to travel on an airplane, keep all necessary medication and prescriptions in your carry-on.
Friday, August 13, 2010:
Tip of the Day: The ability to swim doesn’t prevent a child from drowning. It's important that parents learn CPR and supervise children at all times around water.
Thursday, August 12, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When starting a campfire, remember to use an established fire pit and create a fuel-free zone at least one yard from the fire pit in all directions.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When taking kids to the park or playground, make sure to have your cell phone charged and ensure you have cellular coverage.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When travelling on a road trip, make sure your vehicle is not a target for theft. Never leave road maps in plain sight and store luggage in your hotel room at night.
Monday, August 9, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Thirty-eight states have some form of a ban on text messaging while driving. Know your state’s laws and remember, it’s never safe to text and drive.
Sunday, August 8, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Never mow your lawn when children are around. Make sure children are safely indoors and being supervised.
Saturday, August 7, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Are you and your family travelling abroad this summer? If so, ask your doctor if you'll need any special shots or medications before you leave.
Friday, August 6, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you plan on packing items on top of your car, make sure they are no higher than 18 inches and no heavier than 100 pounds. Anything higher and heavier can lead to a rollover.
Thursday, August 5, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Always escort your child to the bathroom at a public park. Make sure that you go in and wait within earshot of your child.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Have you had your child safety seat inspected lately? Many police and fire departments across the country install and inspect child safety seats for free.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you plan on taking young kids to a theme park, consider using washable I.D. tattoos, printed with contact information that can help adults locate parents in case kids get lost.
Monday, August 2, 2010:
Tip of the Day: It’s Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month. Make sure kids wear proper eye protection. Up to 80 percent of a person’s lifetime exposure to UV rays occurs before the age of 18.
Sunday, August 1, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Before sending kids off to summer camp, research the camp’s safety policies. Make sure they have working smoke and CO detectors and find out how they notify parents of emergencies.
Additional Resources:
Safety Tip of The Day - March 2011
Safety Tip of The Day - February 2011
Safety Tip of the Day - January 2011
Safety Tip of the Day - December 2010
Home Security Tips - July 2010
Home Security Tips - June 2010
Home Security Tips - May 2010
Home Security Tips - April 2010
Home Security Tips (October 2009 - March 2010)