Home Safety Resources (02)

Electrical Safety Foundation International
The Electrical Safety Foundation International mission is to reduce electrically related deaths and injuries through vigilant public education. The organizations sites provides home safety materials addressing such items as conducting an electrical safety audit of your home. The site includes articles and links concerning audio safety tips, home electrical safety tips, home electrical safety quiz, and a home safety question and answer page. Here are the facts: According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, between 1994 and 1998 there was an average of 406,700 residential fires per year, approximately 69,000, or 17%, of which were related to electrical distribution or appliances and equipment. Another 42,700, or 10.5 % were related to heating and air conditioning systems. These combined to cause an average of 860 deaths, 4,785 injuries and nearly $1.3 billion in property damage annually. Additionally, 170 of the 440 total accidental electrocutions in 1999 in the U.S. were related to consumer products in and around the home, and approximately 8,700 people were treated for electric shock injuries related to consumer products in the U.S. in 2000.

Thinking About Making an Asbestos Claim? Get Facts from the EPA First
Before a person can put forward an asbestos claim, they need to understand what this material is and why you need to be concerned about possible exposure hazards. Find out about naturally-occurring asbestos, what to do if you discover asbestos in your home, and where to find a testing facility if you are considering making an asbestos claim. Links to laws and regulations about asbestos have also been provided, which can help you to determine whether filing an asbestos claim is the right action to take.

Making Your Home Safe
Article about the safe home program that includes tips for home safety. Prevent work injury, prevent falls, stroke prevention, home accessibility, home safety, and more are included. Tips for being safe at home, room by room, are also included. Shower equipment can be adapted to improve both safety and independence. Use hand-held showerheads, long handled sponges, simple tub benches and skid-proof rubber mats. Shower curtains are safer than shower doors. Toilets can be installed with a wide variety of enhancements to improve safety such as simple grab bars or specially designed commode chairs. Pipes that are exposed should be insulated to prevent burns and scrapes. This is important if you have toddlers who can squeeze into small places. Faucets can be converted to single lever handles and sensor eyes can be used so you don't have to use your hands. Skip-proof rugs and rubber mats are encouraged to prevent falls in the bathroom. In the kitchen, cabinets often have shelves that are too high to reach safely. Store frequently used items on the lowest shelf, at waist level, or on the counter. Avoid using step stools and never stand on a chair to reach high items. More tips are included for rooms of the house.

Stainless Flammable Storage Cabinet Offered
Check out this posting where a stainless flammable storage cabinet is being offered. This is a great option for people who are looking for a secure way to store dangerous products. Dimensions and contact information for the seller are provided.

Get the Facts About Cancer Before Making an Asbestos Claim
Whether you are looking for general information or are considering making an asbestos claim, the information provided on the Cancer.gov web site is top notch. Find out what this material is, how it was traditionally used in home and building construction, and who is most at risk for becoming ill due to exposure to it. Discover why smoking contributed to asbestos-related disease and how this condition is diagnosed. A list of programs and organizations to help those who may be considering making an asbestos claim is provided.