Chapter 1 – Introduction Introduction This material covers basic boating safety concepts that you need to know if you intend to participate in water sport activities. It has been designed by marine educators to provide information to people who might not otherwise have the opportunity to receive it. Welcome Aboard! This material gives only the…
Dog bites pose a serious health risk to our communities and society. More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States, and more than 800,000 receive medical attention for dog bites, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). At least half of those bitten are children. Here…
By Gabrielle AppleburyM.A., Marriage and Family Therapy Cycling is a great way for kids to get exercise and learn how to care for their bicycles. There are several ways for kids stay safe while bike riding and keep their bikes in excellent condition. Wear a Helmet A helmet can protect your child’s head during an accident and in many cases…
By Guest Author / Published: July 1, 2015 Telephone poles, cross ties, and other wood materials can be treated with chemicals that are dangerous to keep indoors. The below is a guest post from Mike Honeycutt, Director of Toxicology at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Environmental Defense Fund appreciates the agency’s efforts to alert the public about a…
By Ken Rajesky, Hearth Industry Expert Whenever you burn a solid fuel, such as wood, coal, or pellets, in your stove, fireplace, or insert, you will be left with ashes to remove. These ashes must be removed periodically as they can affect both performance and durability of the product. The frequency of this ash removal…
The Majority of Chimney Fires Go Undetected Slow-burning chimney fires don’t get enough air or have fuel to be dramatic or visible and they often go undetected until a later chimney inspection, but, the temperatures they reach are very high and can cause as much damage to the chimney structure – and nearby combustible parts…
Before you spark up the logs, make a clean sweep using these seven crucial fireplace safety tips By Shyra Peyton of ThisOldHouse.com Things to Know Before You Spark Up the Logs VIEW AS SLIDESHOW PHOTO BY CATHERINE YEULET/ISTOCK With natural gas and propane prices continuing to rise, you’ll likely be looking to the old fireplace this…
By Jarrett Wagner It’s that time of the year again. The football season is underway, leaves are falling, and stomachs are rumbling with anticipation for that late Thursday in November when we dedicate a day to giving thanks. As you and your loved ones take time to reflect around the table, your gaze slowly shifts towards…
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