Security Tip of The Day - June 2011
By Home Security Source Jun 25, 2011 | 8:05:00 amPosted in: Home Security Tips Thursday, June 30, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Smoke alarms save lives. Make sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home and replace them every 8-10 years.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Does anyone know your home security system code? Be sure to change your code frequently and only share it with trusted family members and friends.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Secure all cords hanging off exercise equipment that can create a choking or strangulation hazard for children.
Monday, June 27, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Talk with your teen about the details of your home fire safety plan.
Sunday, June 26, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Over 7,000 people were treated in emergency rooms for injuries from fireworks last year. Leave firework shows to professionals.
Saturday, June 25, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Portable pools claim the life of one child every five days in the summer months. Always keep a close eye on kids while in the pool.
Friday, June 24, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Consider keeping your computer and cell phone password protected. It may help protect personal information.
Thursday, June 23, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Remember, water wings and inter-tubes are not a replacement for adult supervision. Always watch children closely around water.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Don't save your address as ‘home’ in your GPS. If car thieves gets possession of your GPS they may use it to rob your home as well.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011:
Tip of the Day: After hiking, check yourself, children and pets for ticks before returning indoors.
Monday, June 20, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Always use the crosswalk. Jaywalking is both dangerous and illegal.
Sunday, June 19, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Experts estimate, 51% of lightning incidents occur in open and elevated areas, such as sports fields and golf courses. If you see lightning get to a safe shelter a.s.a.p.
Saturday, June 18, 2011:
Tip of the Day: There are three main types of ocean breaks: beach breaks, reef breaks and point breaks. Each can be dangerous so ask a lifeguard where the safest spots are to swim.
Friday, June 17, 2011:
Tip of the Day: The EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes below the third floor for radon.
Thursday, June 16, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you wear earphones while biking, walking or running keep the volume low enough that you can still hear what is going on around you.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Radon can enter the home through cracks in floors and walls, water supply, construction joints, gaps around service pipes and in suspended floors and cavities inside walls.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Pack your emergency kit with high-energy foods such as peanut butter, nuts, granola and dried meats.
Monday, June 13, 2011:
Tip of the Day: After a flood remove wet materials as soon as possible. Use fans and dehumidifiers to help extract excess moisture to prevent mold growth.
Sunday, June 12, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Teach children to stay away from the drain and filters in pools. Purchase a pool drain safety guard to help prevent entrapment.
Saturday, June 11, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Wipe down your headlights in between car washes. Dirt and grime buildup can dim your lights making the road and potential hazards harder to see.
Friday, June 10, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Make sure your spa has a lockable safety cover that is applied whenever the spa is not in use.
Thursday, June 9, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you see a tornado, hear tornado sirens, or learn about a tornado warning while driving, pull off the road and seek shelter in the lowest area.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you or a family member has a serious food allergy always keep an Epi-pen and an anti-histamine with you in case of an allergic reaction.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Never stop your car on railroad tracks. Pull forward or backup so you clear the tracks. Trains can come quickly and have trouble stopping in a short distance.
Monday, June 6, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Invest in renters insurance in case of fire, floods or burglaries.
Sunday, June 5, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of lightning. Seek safe shelter immediately.
Saturday, June 4, 2011:
Tip of the Day: If your kids are new to skateboarding, they should learn to fall safely—practice falling on a soft surface or grass.
Friday, June 3, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Teach children to never play on railroad tracks and to pay attention to railroad crossing signs.
Thursday, June 2, 2011:
Tip of the Day: Trimming trees and hedges? Watch out for overhead power lines, if cut they can cause serious damage.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011:
Tip of the Day: It’s Home Safety Month. Talk to your landlord about poor lighting or overgrown shrubbery that could make a good hiding place for criminals.
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