Saturday, July 31, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Teach kids to never swim when there is a storm and teach them to get out of the water immediately if a storm approaches, especially if they hear thunder or see lightning.
Friday, July 30, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When walking alone at night or in an unfamiliar location, walk near the curb, away from buildings, trees and shrubbery that can make perfect hiding places for attackers.
Thursday, July 29, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Limit outdoor activity after dark during peak mosquito season, if you must be outdoors; wear long pants and long sleeves to discourage mosquitoes.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Did you know you could save money on your electric bill by using your wireless home security system to control your lights and your thermostat?
Tuesday, July 27, 2010:
Tip of the Day: It might seem like a good idea to tell a robber you have no money if you are confronted. However, this idea could be a bad one, it’s safer to carry small amounts of money to give up to a robber--carry it in a separate place, away from cards and large bills.
Monday, July 26, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When choosing a hotel, avoid rooms with ground or second-level windows. If possible, choose a room between the third and sixth floors-- high enough to discourage access from the street, yet within reach of most fire department ladders.
Sunday, July 25, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Young children can choke on many different types of 'adult food' including popcorn, grapes and hot dogs. Do not feed these foods to young children, supervise them when eating and always make sure food has been cut into small, easy-to-swallow pieces.
Saturday, July 24, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When travelling, keep your eye on your bags, especially laptop computers or other valuable gear, at all times. Don't let anyone except uniformed airline personnel handle or watch your baggage.
Friday, July 23, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Do you have an above-ground pool? Remember to always lock or remove the ladder when the pool is not in use.
Thursday, July 22, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you plan to travel and stay in a camper this summer, make sure the locks on it are strong and in working order.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Remember to test garage door remote controls regularly and never leave them in your car when not in use; they could give crooks easy access to your home.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When travelling to unfamiliar places, ask your hotel’s staff about neighborhood safety and areas to avoid.
Monday, July 19, 2010:
Tip of the Day: After kids finish playing in the pool for the day, take time to remove all pool toys and put them away. Children have drowned while trying to retrieve toys left in the pool.
Sunday, July 18, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you work in a home office, mark your equipment with identification numbers and keep an updated inventory list (with photos, if possible) in a home safe or a bank safe deposit box.
Saturday, July 17, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Only allow children to play on age appropriate equipment on the playground. Use toddler swings with the appropriate swing restraint systems for younger children.
Friday, July 16, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Record the contents of your checked luggage when you travel and carry valuables onto the plane with you.
Thursday, July 15, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Certain breeds of dogs are unable to swim, research your dog’s breed. If they are unable to swim, take precautions to keep them safe around water.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Never leave a pet unattended in a parked car. Even if it doesn't seem too hot or it's only for a few minutes, the temperature inside your car can quickly rise past 100 degrees and opening windows for ventilation doesn’t help much.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Now that your dog will be outside more often in summer weather, take time to check your dog's collar and name tag. Be sure that it is tight but not too tight, and be sure contact information on the collar is up-to-date.
Monday, July 12, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Never walk away from a power tool that is plugged in, even for a few seconds.
Sunday, July 11, 2010:
Tip of the Day: When choosing a paper shredder for your home or home office, choose one that comes with safety features to protect children and larger pets from injury.
Saturday, July 10, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you work from home and plan to meet a client for the first time, arrange to meet in a public place, such as a coffee shop or the library—not your home.
Friday, July 9, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Test your garage door's reverse sensor regularly by placing a roll of paper towels in the door’s path. If the door does not immediately reverse after contacting the roll, get the door repaired.
Thursday, July 8, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Throw away food that has been exposed to temperatures higher than 40 degrees for two hours or more, or that has an unusual odor, color, or texture. The Red Cross recommends: When in doubt, throw it out.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If you plan on traveling abroad this summer, take time to make photocopies of important documents like passports and social security cards. Store one set of copies securely at home and bring another set along with you.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010:
Tip of the Day: If the power in your home goes out, keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. A refrigerator will keep food safely cold for about four hours if it is unopened.
Monday, July 5, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Don't allow pets to play with or wear glow-in-the-dark jewelry. Even though the luminescent substance in these products is not highly toxic, pets could experience excessive drooling, intestinal blockage and gastrointestinal upset if they ingest pieces of the plastic containers or jewelry.
Sunday, July 4, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Happy Independence Day! Remember to stay safe in the pool, at the beach, on the road and most importantly at home today.
Saturday, July 3, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Summertime grilling is great, but remember to use gas and charcoal barbecue grills outside only and always make sure grills are placed at a safe distance (at least three feet) from anything flammable.
Friday, July 2, 2010:
Tip of the Day: Never leave alcoholic drinks unattended where pets can reach them. Alcoholic beverages can potentially poison pets. If your pet ingests alcohol it could become very intoxicated and weak, or could even experience respiratory failure.
Thursday, July 1, 2010:
Tip of the Day: The summer months are peak mosquito season in many parts of the country. Help reduce your mosquito-borne disease risk by emptying and regularly cleaning sources of standing water, like: pet water dishes, rain gutters and buckets.
Additional Resources:
Home Security Tips - August 2010
Home Security Tips - June 2010
Home Security Tips - May 2010
Home Security Tips - April 2010
Home Security Tips (October 2009 - March 2010)