Emergency Contact Cards and Other Christmas Tips
Last Updated on Tuesday, 18 May 2010 05:16 Written by admin Tuesday, 18 May 2010 05:16
You may kid yourself into believing that there is no preparation that anyone can do to avoid a disaster - accidents happen, and there is nothing anyone can do to avoid them. However, this is just plain nonsense. We can all avoid accidents and health problems by being more aware of the possibilities for them happening and learning how to be more careful.
Not all the answers work for every eventuality, but most accidents can be avoided, that’s for certain.
Here are a few simple rules that will help you and your family get through Christmas in one piece and make sure your Emergency Contact Card isn’t used this year!
KITCHEN:
The Turkey: If you’re the one who’s tied to the kitchen, with the heat from the oven and too many glasses of wine inside us already, there is an accident waiting to happen. When it’s time to remove the turkey how many of us have dropped the blooming thing on the floor? It’s heavy and swimming in hot juices and fat, so it’s not surprising!
I know I have done it!! You either burn your hands and arm or your legs end up spattered in hot fat with your clothes ruined.
My advice to avoid this: Don’t start drinking until after you’ve sat down at the table. Also, if the blast of heat when the oven door is open isn’t enough to send anyone flying, the shock of the heavy weight is. . so let the heat out a little before you attempt to lift it, use the oven gloves made for the job, not flimsy tea towels, and finally, bend your knees and use your legs to take the strain, not your back!
PARENTS:
Inviting your elderly relatives to stay over can be stressful enough, but imagine if they are taken ill? Have they taken their medication? Would you know exactly what medications they take?
Many elderly people have heath concerns, so you need to be aware of exactly what these are to avoid any mishaps. Avoid unnecessary stress and worry if they are taken ill, by discussing their health condition with them beforehand and by arranging some form of Emergency Contact Card. This type of product can be ordered in time for Christmas and will carry on providing them with peace of mind by keeping it handy in their purse or wallet for years to come.
CANDLES:
Christmas Candles!! Great as long as you don’t leave the room!
Even then you have to be careful. We can all remember an incident where a candle has set something alight unexpectedly. So to avoid any major disasters, do not have them in the house if you have children. Otherwise invest in very deep and sturdy candle holders and keep them in view.
STRESS:
Car accidents rise by 15% the week leading up to Christmas.
Not surprising really when we are all running around like headless chickens. It can be tough, but to make driving stress free depends on where you live. Lots of us use the motorways to reach our destination for the Christmas Holidays.
Plan your journey, set off much earlier and expect the delays that are bound to happen. A journey can take twice as long as usual. Make sure you have breakdown cover. Share the driving if possible and take lots of breaks. Keep emergency supplies in the boot and your mobile charged.
Learn MoreFireplace Safety and Christmas – Tips to Staying Safe
Last Updated on Thursday, 6 May 2010 07:06 Written by admin Thursday, 6 May 2010 07:06
Picture yourself watching once of your favorite Christmas movies for a moment. Can you see the Christmas stockings hanging from the fireplace mantel? Fireplaces, stockings and the holiday season just seem to fit together, but are you giving thought to staying safe by the fire? Here are some fireplace safety tips just for the Christmas season.
1. When Santa Claus comes sliding down your chimney, will it be clean? Be sure you have a chimney sweep every year and stay safe. Chimney fires are a major cause of all home fires and in most cases, could be prevented with a simple cleaning.
2. Christmas trees and fireplaces must be kept separated. Nothing like the Christmas tree catching fire to ruin the holiday spirit. This tip also goes for space heaters as well.
3. Keep the Christmas stockings dry, but not burnt. Make sure you take down the stockings before lighting a fire in the fireplace. Yes, it may seem too obvious, but you would be surprised at how many fires are started this way.
4. Holiday candles on the fireplace mantel are another issue to be aware of. Be sure you have them enclosed in glass to protect everything from the flames.
5. Keep the tinsel and garland from hanging over the mantel and away from the fire.
6. Use the fireplace screen to prevent sparks and burning embers from popping out. A simple spark can easily create a disaster.
7. Watch out for the kids. The Christmas season is such a wonderful time of year for the kids and they love to be around the fireplace and all of the ornaments. Be sure to keep them safely away from the fire.
Fireplaces and the Christmas season are a great time of year. Be sure that you and your family stay happy and safe by following these simple fireplace safety tips.
Learn MoreChristmas by the Fire
Last Updated on Sunday, 2 May 2010 07:09 Written by admin Sunday, 2 May 2010 07:09
- 2-Disc Set includes the only Fireplace DVD with Harp music.
- Extra tracks have Ambient Music with a beautiful Winter film and peaceful candles for year-round enjoyment..
- Includes 55 minute fire which burns down to glowing embers.
- Fireplaces can be played with music or sounds of crackling logs.
- Tracks repeat automatically for endless relaxation.
Product Description
Give a gift of peace with two wonderful DVD’s, one with Ambient music and relaxing Christmas hymns played on the harp and flute, and the other with festive Christmas songs to sing along to. LONG WINTER EVENINGS – A DVD featuring the beautiful harp playing of Joy and Karin Gunderson. A choice of two warming fireplaces accompanied by Christmas Hymns, a peaceful film with slowly-changing images of softly flickering candles, and wonderful winter scenes with ambient musi… More >>