Summer is upon us! Make sure to properly prepare yourself when planning for and conducting summertime activities! Understanding hazards and taking action to mitigate and manage risk is a personal endeavor.
Safe Swimming Tips
1) Test water depths before diving
2) Know your swimming capabilities
3) Never swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Safe Boating Tips
1) Have a way to call for help
2) Know the nautical rules of the sea
3) Have life jackets
Safe Driving Tips
1) Focus on the road, not distractions
2) Slow down to decrease accident risk
3) Do not drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Outdoor Activity Tips
1) Hydrate before going outside in these extremely high temperatures
2) When you return home from hiking or walking through wooded areas, check yourself and your offspring for ticks. For the first time in the US, a potentially deadly bacteria has been found in an invasive longhorn tick carrying Ehrlichia chaffeenis, a bacteria capable of causing a deadly disease
3) Apply sunscreen to protect yourself from UV rays
Safe Grilling Tips
1) Place your grill outside, away from siding and overhanging branches, never grill on a balcony of a structure
2) Clean grill to remove grease build up
3) Keep water or fire extinguisher nearby
Gas Generator Safety Tips
1) Always operate it outdoors, away from the windows, doors, and vents
2) Always turn off the generator and let it cool down completely before refueling
3) Use a heavy-duty, outdoor rated extension cord, rated for the generators wattage or amperage. Ensure cord is free of cuts or damage, and all three prongs are intact
4) Properly ground the generator to prevent electrical shock
5) Operate the generator at least twenty feet (20’) away from your home, garage, shed or any other structure