Fireworks
A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
Never give fireworks to young children.
Always purchase fireworks from reliable sources.
Follow label directions carefully.
Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings and vehicles.
Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers.
Light them one at a time then move back quickly.
Don’t experiment with homemade fireworks.
Observe local laws and use common sense.
Sparklers, fountains and other items that many states allow for use by consumers are not appropriate when a large crowd is
present.
If attending a community display, leave your own fireworks at home.l
A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
Driving
If you are highway bound, make sure your vehicle is in excellent operating condition. Always carry a roadside emergency and first aid kit and extra water in hot climates. Putting on a safety belt is the first thing you do when you get in a car and takes all of three seconds to do. A safety belt is a simple habit and can make all the difference between walking away from a crash or being carried off on a stretcher. Keep children safe. The back seat is the safest place for children to ride, and all children must be restrained with the correct safety equipment. Don’t speed. Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to steer safely around curves or objects in the road. You never know what’s around that next corner: a deer, stalled car, or pedestrian in the roadway. Most importantly, do not drink and drive and equally important, don’t get into a vehicle with a driver who has been drinking and driving.
Swimming
Use common sense: swim where lifeguards are present. They are trained to identify hazards and help you if you get into trouble. Never dive unless you know the water depth and what obstacles are below. Don’t let a bad decision leave you paralyzed for life.
Boating
Take a boating course, file a float plan, never exceed the boat’s maximum capacity, wear a personal flotation device (PFD), keep an eye on the weather and save the alcohol for later.
Off road driving
Get training before operating a vehicle or ATV off road and start out slowly. Knowing the condition and route you’re going to take allows you to alter speed as necessary in areas with limited visibility or poor road conditions. Maintain proper speed and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Barbecue safety
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for lighting and extinguishing gas grills. There is a right way and a wrong way.
Alcohol
Moderation, moderation, moderation. Drink responsibly. Know when enough is enough!
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