Halloween is an exciting time for kids and adults alike, filled with costumes, candy and spooky fun. While it’s a night for ghosts and ghouls, it’s essential to keep safety in mind. Here are some tips to ensure a not-so-scary Halloween! Stay Visible: When choosing a costume, opt for bright colors or add reflective tape...
In recent years, conversations about campus safety have become increasingly important. Check out these simple tips to stay safe and secure while you’re on campus. Walking Alone: If you’re walking by yourself, especially at night, stick to places that are well-lit and not empty. Keep an eye out for what’s happening around you and have...
The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14 this year. The NFPA mascot, Sparky the Fire Dog, helps communicate a theme each year. For 2023 he reminds us that “Cooking Safety Starts with You.” The NFPA provides the following information in their quest to spread awareness about fire prevention. 1. Cooking...
In 1984 President Reagan designated October as National Crime Prevention Month in the United States. The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) partners with local police, government agencies, schools, businesses and other organizations to raise awareness. You may remember McGruff the Crime Dog teaching “take a bite out of crime” by taking simple measures to help...
You may think that having a comprehensive intrusion and fire alarm system is enough to protect your property. But have you considered the benefits of video monitoring? This involves adding a few video cameras to your system and having a professional monitoring company watch the footage in real-time. This third party is alerted to events...
The recent anniversary of the September 11th attacks remind us that “If you see something, you should say something”. This campaign from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was created to raise public awareness about terrorism and the importance of reporting suspicious activity to state and local authorities. September 25th is the official #SeeSayDay. What are the...
Falls are the primary contributor to injury-related deaths for older Americans, which is why Falls Prevention Awareness Week is so important. Apart from the physical and financial toll of rehabilitation and the pain endured from a fall, the fear of falling can also significantly diminish quality of life. Fear may cause someone to restrict activities...
National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to encourage community emergency planning. Floods, wildfires and hurricanes remind us to prepare for the unexpected. We should take control with emergency preparedness planning. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website at www.ready.gov has all sorts of preparedness resources. The Preparedness campaign each September has a specific theme...
For most of us the Labor Day holiday is a time for relaxation and enjoying the last bit of summer. If you have fun Labor Day plans, follow these safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday. Water Safety: If you’re going to be near water, ensure that everyone knows how to swim....
With the prolonged record-breaking heat and lack of rain in Texas this year, ideal conditions are being created for wildfires even in places that are not normally at risk. Texas has issued a wildfire disaster declaration for about 75% of the counties in the state. The unpredictable nature of wildfires often catches people off-guard and...
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