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New Year’s Eve safety tips

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Be safe on New Year's Eve

Safety Tips: New Year’s Eve

By: USA.gov

If you are hosting a New Year’s Eve party, following a few simple rules could prevent a tragedy:

  • Plan ahead by naming a “designated driver.” Make this your responsibility as the host.
  • Contact a local cab company to provide rides for your guests.
  • Serve non-alcoholic beverages as an option to your guests.
  • Stop serving alcohol to your guests several hours before the party ends.
  • Provide your guests with a place to stay overnight in your home. Continue reading→

National Safety Council: Holiday Safety

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Holiday Safety

National Safety Council: Holiday Safety

The holidays are a busy time of year. Most of us have some time off, travel by various modes of transportation, host parties and spend time with those we care most about.  Many of us celebrate different holidays and have our own special traditions we follow each year. Make it a point to include safety as a part of your holiday traditions.

The Winter Holidays

  • On average, about 5,800 people, or two to three every hour, were treated in emergency departments for fall-related injuries that occurred while decorating during each of the holiday seasons between 2000 and 2003. Continue reading→