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Recommended Ice Thickness What do you consider “safe ice?” Every year we hear about people falling through ice and dying. When I speak to people about the safe thickness of ice and ice safety, everyone seems to have a different opinion. Over the past 21 years as a police officer I have experienced a hand…
Remodeling Dust Health Risks With all the TV shows empowering home owners to independently take on remodeling projects and a home improvement retailer in practically every shopping center, there’s a definite allure to attempt these home improvements without professional assistance. Add to that a slumping economy, crippled housing market and fast-approaching holiday season and…
Motorized Awnings Recalled by Somfy Systems Due to Shock Hazard Somfy Systems has issued a recall of 4,600 motorized awnings. The problem? The possibility for the power cable to sever and become exposed risking electrical shock. Name of Product: Motorized Awnings Units: About 4,600 Importer: Somfy Systems Inc., of Dayton, N.J. Hazard: The awning motor’s…
This Halloween before allowing your kid to run out of the house with their costume take a minute to assess whether it is a safe costume to wear. Safe Halloween Practices What do I mean? Select a costume and related decorations that will not burn, cause a fall or a laceration injury. Taking a…
Photo source How To Protect From Identity Fraud 1. Request a credit report often and continue to monitor it. You can sign up with the three major credit bureaus to be notified of any unusual activity. 2. Avoid giving out your Social Security number. Only a few places have the authority to ask for your…
NEW – Massachusetts Smoke Detector Law Thank you to Concord Firefighter William Whalen who brought this new law to my attention: Effective April 5, 2010. Massachusetts state law currently requires that all homes must be equipped with smoke detectors. Anyone selling a property is mandated to comply before closing on any home, the…
Photo: http://img.directindustry.com/images_di/photo-g/heat-and-smoke-detector-90581.jpg Where To Place A Smoke Alarm One of the most important fire safety devices for the home is the smoke detector and proper smoke alarm placement. Several studies have concluded that when working smoke alarms are present, the chance of dying from the fire is cut in half. See my post “House Fire…
Photo: http://img.directindustry.com/images_di/photo-g/heat-and-smoke-detector-90581.jpg One of the most important fire safety devices for the home is the smoke detector. Learning Where To Place A Smoke Alarm is important. “House Fires ~ Have A Plan!” Several studies have concluded that when working smoke alarms are present, the chance of dying from the fire is cut in half. See…
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