Summer Time Safety

With the coming of summer brings a number of issue related to public and life safety. By remaining mindful of the tips
With the coming of summer brings a number of issue related to public and life safety. By remaining mindful of the tips below you can participate in and provide a safe and enjoyable summer for you, your love ones, and friends.

* Hydration!!! Remember to remain hydrated throughout the summer months. Dehydration is one of the leading causes of summer time health issues. When your body begins to feel thirsty you already losing the battle! You should drink 8 ounces every hour to remain hydrated.

*Protect your skin!!! Using an appropriate SPF sun screen and wearing light clothing will reduce harmful UV light exposures.

*General Summer Health!!! Alcohol and caffeine are items to stay away from when participating in outdoor activities as they greatly increase your chance of dehydration and injury. Increase outdoor activity brings increased risk of strains, sprains, insect bites, snake bites, and other seasonal specific injuries. If your plans include activities where these risks are present, make preparations for dealing with them prior to your trip.

*Water Safety!!! Children should be under adult supervision at all times when playing in and around pools and water. Most home insurance policies require some sort of fence or protective enclosure around pools for preventing unauthorized child access. Remember pool safety must include pool related chemicals! Utilize manufacture recommendations at all times for storage and use. Be mindful of currents when around open water.
NFPA Water Safety Information


*Grill Safety!!! Grilling is a great summer activity, but presents with a number of safety related issues. First and foremost is burn prevention. Be mindful of lose clothing when operating around your grill. Children should not be allowed around a grill whether in use or in storage. Follow all manufacturer recommendations for use and storage. Grills should be used in accordance with all laws, homeowner association rules, and good judgment with regards to clearance from structures and combustibles. Ensure all coals are disposed in metal containers and away from combustibles.
NFPA Grill Safety Information
NFPA Propane Handling Information

*Vehicle safety!!! Ensure pets and children are not left in vehicles. Even 10 minutes in a car with no ventilation can cause DEATH! Be mindful of increased motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. Ensure you have enough food and water in your vehicles for your trip. Prepare a safety kit based on the weather along your route of travel and destination in case your vehicle breaks down.
NFPA Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety

*Fireworks!!! Fireworks are illegal in many areas, be sure to check with local and state authorities prior to purchasing or using fireworks in your area. Fireworks cause thousands of injuries every year and should be used with extreme caution and NEVER by children.
NFPA Firework Safety Information

As with everything in life education is key! Attend CPR and first aid training. Research safety related topics on your activities prior to starting a trip or attending a function. Know your surroundings and the hazards present. And always inform those who are attending a function or traveling with your of the information you have learned and your plan in case something goes wrong.

This list of items is by all means no all-encompassing. The links provided are to the National Fire Protection Association website to provide you more details on those particular topics. A simple web search will provide hundreds of summer safety sites and many locations provide site specific safety information on their websites or by phone.