Security Tip of The Day - April 2011
By Home Security Source Apr 30, 2011 | 8:05:00 amPosted in: Home Security Tips Saturday, April 30, 2011
Tip of the Day: If your child will be using a microwave, place it no higher than eye level. If installed higher, kids could spill hot foods on themselves when they are lifting from overhead.
Friday, April 29, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Never bring glass to the beach. Opt for aluminum or plastic containers that won't break and cause a hazard for beach goers.
Thursday, April 28, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Check for dangerous materials at playgrounds such as twisted metal and glass.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011:
Tip of the Day: It’s National Playground Safety Week. Always make sure that kids have adult supervision while at the playground.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Remember to test your brakes, throttle and all fluids before hopping on a motorcycle this spring.
Monday, April 25, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Remember to keep automobile tires properly inflated to save gas and extend tire life.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Tip of the Day: Remember to shred any leftover tax documents or unused credit cards containing personal information.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Tip of the Day: Do not let children run with lollipops or popsicles in their mouths. If they fall it could cause severe damage and choking.
Friday, April 22, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Happy Earth Day! If every U.S. home replaced one conventional light bulb with a compact fluorescent bulb, we would save enough energy to light more than 3 million homes a year.
Thursday, April 21, 2011:
Tip of the Day: In honor of Earth Day bring your old electronics to a recycling center to help avoid land, air and water pollution.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you have a treadmill at home, be sure to teach young children about the safety dangers.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011:
Tip of the Day: To support Earth Day’s ‘”A Billion Acts of Green”, consider installing an ADT Pulse ™ automated home security system that can help increase your home’s energy efficiency.
Monday, April 18, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Before doing your spring planting be sure you know where all gas and electric lines are. Call your utilities company if you are unsure.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Tip of the Day: Before getting rid of a phone or electronic device delete any personal information stored on the device's hard drive.
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Tip of the Day: Learn the safest route from your home to high, safe ground should you have to escape a flood quickly.
Friday, April 15, 2011:
Tip of the Day: The pump in a pool or spa creates powerful suction at the drain, which can trap a swimmer underwater. Teach children to stay away from drains, grates and filters.
Thursday, April 14, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Take spring-cleaning to your fridge by tossing out any expired or moldy foods and drinks.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Many local fire and police stations offer tours. Your kids can meet firefighters and police officers to help them recognize people that they can trust to ask for help.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Make sure your purse or bag is fully zipped and in your sight when using public transportation.
Monday, April 11, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Make sure to research the company and join your teen on interviews for potential summer jobs, some job postings may be scams targeting teens.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tip of the Day: When walking with your dog at night, make sure they can be seen with reflective leashes and collars.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Tip of the Day: Children shouldn’t be allowed to ride as passengers on lawn mowers or to be towed behind mowers in carts or trailers.
Friday, April 8, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you’re going hiking, be sure to check the weather before heading out. Spring storms may cause sudden flooding and could make the trail dangerous.
Thursday, April 7, 2011:
Tip of the Day: April is designated Alcohol Awareness Month. Take time to talk to teens about the dangers of underage drinking and drinking and driving.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011:
Tip of the Day: For Window Safety Week familiarize all family members with escape routes and how to operate windows in the event of an emergency.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you are doing your spring gardening make sure to wash your hands after using fertilizer. Some chemicals and ingredients can be harmful if ingested.
Monday, April 4, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Spring storms may come on quickly and be very forceful. Clean out your gutters and drain pipes to ensure runoff will drain properly.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Tip of the Day: Today is the start of National Window Safety Week. Remember to never lean on screens and teach children not to play with window screens.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Tip of the Day: Do not leave your house and car keys together with parking lot attendants. Your house key can be quickly duplicated and your address obtained from your license plate number.
Friday, April 1, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Happy April Fools’ Day. Watch out for clever pranksters today.
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