Everyone loves the Holidays. But it won’t be all fun and games if you
neglect some hidden, holiday-exclusive dangers that might ruin your fun and
even threaten your life. Here are the most overlooked holiday hazards with the
highest incidence rates. Check some of these tips out so you can avoid any
injures and enjoy a worry-free and relaxing holiday party!
Deep-Fried-Turkey Fireballs
From 1998 to 2007, there were at least 138 incidents
involving turkey fryers that caused 36 injuries and more than $7.8 million in
property loss. Your best bet is to avoid the complicated procedure of using one
altogether. Not to mention, it takes longer to prepare the turkey and is a poor
health choice in a season already full of gluttony! But if you must deep-fry
your bird, follow your fryer's instructions carefully, and listen to the safety
tips.
Poisonous Holiday Plants
Keep the holly or mistletoe away from the kids and pets. The
man-made pine cones or even real falling berries can be toxic and probably pose
a hazard of poison and choking.
Holiday Heart Attacks
It's the worst time of year for heart trouble, with
heart-related deaths peaking in late December and early January Heavy holiday
stress ignoring chest pain in fear of disrupting the festive mood, skipping
meds in the hustle and bustle of things, and understaffed hospitals all contribute
to this deadly hazard. So keep your routine medicine intake the same and of course,
moderation of everything is the key.
Flammable Christmas Trees
Each year, more than 400 residential fires involve Christmas
trees, resulting in as many as 40 deaths and 100 injuries. Even though Christmas
trees cause the fewest holiday-related fires, they account for the greatest
percentage of deaths, according to a recent report by the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. So how about buying a flame-resistant artificial one?
Decorating Disasters
Decorations sure are pretty, but the fact that more than
5,000 people are injured in decorating-related falls each holiday season is
not. To make sure you're not a statistic this year, do the following when
stringing lights or hanging mistletoe:
• Check that the ladder is on secure and level ground.
• Space the ladder 1 foot away from the wall for every 4
feet high it reaches.
• Stay centered between rails and do not overreach.
• Don't step on the top two rungs.
• For roof access, extend the ladder at least 3 feet above
the roof.
• Keep the top and the bottom of the ladder clear of
obstacles.
• Make sure the ladder is locked open.
Keep those tips in mind and now you can go have fun!
Be safe,
Your Friends at Phix
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