Labor Day is upon us!
The end of summer is here and many are planning their last chance to
travel, hit the beach and fire up the grill. As we get close to the end of
Summer, we need to keep safety in mind. The
American Red Cross offers safety tips to help everyone have a safe and
enjoyable holiday. I have listed below a
few key tips that will ensure a safe and fun holiday weekend.
Tips for Safe Travel
·
Carry an emergency supply kit in your trunk.· Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive.
· Buckle up and observe speed limits.
· Don’t drink and drive.
Tips for Safe
Swimming
·
Check weather and water conditions beforehand
and throughout the day.· Always swim with a buddy in a designated swimming area supervised by a lifeguard.
· Provide constant supervision to children in or near the water and always stay within arm’s reach of young children and inexperienced swimmers while they are in the water.
· Young children and inexperienced swimmers should wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets.
Tips for Safe
Grilling
·
Keep the grill away from the house, tree
branches, or anything that could catch fire.· Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
· Keep children and pets away from the grill.
· Never add charcoal starter fluid when coals have already been ignited.
In the event you do find yourself in an emergency situation,
don’t forget to rely on your Red Cross apps that you have downloaded. One in particular that will be useful is the First
Aid App for smart phones and tablets which provides users with expert advice on
what to do in case of an emergency. This free app is available on the Apple
iTunes or Google Play stores and at www.redcross.org/mobileapps. For more information on emergency
preparedness, go to www.redcross.org. Additional water safety tips are located at www.redcross.org/watersafety.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday and get ready for football
time in Tennessee!
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