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June Is National Safety Month
Since 1894, UL has been testing, verifying, validating and inspecting thousands of products in order to keep your family safe and give you peace of mind. UL is an independent product safety certification organization.
- Install smoke detectors on every floor of your home and carbon monoxide detectors near sleeping areas. If already installed, test them!
- Avoid overload. Check for overloaded extension cords. Usage should not exceed the recommended wattage.
- If young children are in the home, bookshelves and TVs should be firmly secured with wall brackets.
- Paint safely. If re-painting, do it in a well-ventilated area. Consider using VOC-free paints.
- Childproof. Areas of particular danger include outlets, appliances, electronics, stairs and
windows. Cover all unused outlets to prevent children from sticking an object into the socket. - Extension cords should not be placed under rugs or heavy furniture, tacked up or coiled while in use.
- All major appliances should be grounded. Be sure to check your ground fault circuit interrupters regularly.
- Practice a fire escape plan. Identify two exits for every room and what to do with young children.
- All air heaters should be placed at least three feet from beds, curtains or anything flammable.
- Keep fire extinguishers handy. Place them in key locations in your home, in the kitchen, bedroom and basement. Be sure to check expiration dates regularly.
- Unplug Appliances: Unplug appliances and electronics when not in use.
- Set your water heater below 120 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid potential burns and to save energy.
- Put medications and medical supplies in a cabinet with a child safety lock.
- Look for UL: The UL mark appears on products that have been tested, verified and inspected for safety.
