Your Home Is Your Castle. Keep It Safe To Prevent Costly Accidents.

*  Install smoke alarms and a carbon monoxide detector. Check them at least every 6 months.

*  Keep a working fire extinguisher handy.

*  Keep medicines, vitamins, and all harmful substances out of children’s reach. In case of accidental poisoning, call the Poison Control Center at 1.800.222.1222.

Prevent falls

*  Keep walk paths inside and outside well lit and clear of clutter, electrical cords, snow, ice, etc.

*  Clean up grease, water and other liquids right away.

*  Don’t wax floors.

*  Use rugs with nonskid backing.

*  Install and use handrails on both sides of stairs.

*  Use safety mats, grab bars, etc. in showers and tubs.

* If you need to reach items in high cabinets or on shelves, use a sturdy step stool with handrails.