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Teenage Safety

  • Allow lawnmower engines to cool before refueling.
  • Work on cars outdoors only, gasoline vapors may ignite.
  • Never open radiator cap if car overheats, allow to cool.
  • Use caution with hair dryers and long hair, hair can be pulled into motor and catch fire.
  • Use caution with curling irons.
  • Avoid too much sun--use adequate sunscreen and/or clothing.
  • Use caution when using hobby glues/finishes, vapors can ignite or cause loss of consciousness.
  • Inquire about fire/safety issues for any new job.
  • Do not use fireworks.
  • Use matches/lighters with caution.
  • Never throw aerosol cans in a fire, they can explode.
  • Never ignite vapors from aerosol cans, they can explode.
  • Never use gasoline to state a fire.
  • Never smoke while refueling a care.
  • Never smoke while using an aerosol can (hairspray, paint, etc.)
  • Always use ashtrays for cigarettes/matches.
  • Do not wear loose clothing around open flames.
  • No 'fooling around/fighting' while cooking.
  • Learn what to do when smoke alarm goes off:
    • Yell FIRE! Warn anyone that may be home.
    • Follow pre-planned escape route/s.
    • Do not try to save anything (CDs, jewelry, pets, etc.) except yourself.
    • If you see smoke, keep low, crawl, take short breaths or use wet cloth over nose/mouth.
    • Feel doors, if hot, DO NOT OPEN, find alternate route.
    • Do not re-enter until told to do so by an adult.
  • Babysitting Safety:
    • Know contact #'s.
    • Ask about escape plan.
    • Never leave child alone.
    • Don't smoke.
    • Ask about cooking privileges.
    • Never carry hot foods/liquids and child at the same time.
    • No loose/large sleeves while cooking.
    • Never leave child alone in the kitchen.
    • Do not allow child under foot while cooking.
    • If bathing child, gather all supplies prior to bath.
    • Run cold water first, then add warm.
    • Test water with wrist/thermometer.
    • If you need to leave bathroom, take child with you.

 

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