HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS TO HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON

With the holiday season fast approaching, many are dreaming about cozy nights by the fire, hot chocolate, caroling, beautiful lights, and decorations.

While all these things are a reason to be joyous over the holidays, it’s important to keep in mind that safety should always be a priority.

HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS

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There are several holiday safety tips that should be considered when planning for upcoming festivities, decorations and cozy nights by the fire.

HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY

Never use lit candles near curtains, trees or any other potentially flammable item.
Do not plug more than three sets of lights into one single extension cord.
Replace lights or strings of lights with loose bulb connections or broken cords.
Never use nails to hang lights, instead use clips to avoid damaging the cords.
Make sure to have a professional come to inspect your chimney and furnace prior to heating your home.
Always unplug your Christmas tree during the night while everyone is sleeping.
Never place wrapping paper in your fireplace to burn it.
Test and replace all smoke detectors in your home and inform your family and guests of any fire escape plan you may have in place.
Keep stockings away from a heat source. This includes a lit fireplace.

GENERAL HOLIDAY SAFETY

Always use a proper ladder or step stool when decorating for the holidays. Never stand on chairs or other furniture.
Always make sure that you always use a ladder with slip-resistant feet and keep three points of contact on the ladder.
Mount your Christmas tree on a steady base to ensure it isn’t easily pulled over and it won’t fall on young children, pets or other guests at your home.
Read all labels on new toys and make sure they are safe for your children.

There are several ways to ensure that you have a safe and happy holiday season this year.

The holidays are a joyous occasion, especially when enjoyed with safety in mind.

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