Posted in Safety Tips on August 24, 2018
With local students starting the school year this week, drivers need to be more aware when traveling in and around school zones. Family life and schedules can get hectic around the start of the school year. One way to keep your children safe is to discuss getting to and from school safely in different situations…. read more
Posted in Safety Tips on August 22, 2018
A new statewide policy adopted by the West Virginia Board of Education requires parents of students from kindergarten to third grade be present at the bus stop for school pick-up and drop-off. Board Policy 4336 was updated for the 2018-19 school year that extends the policy from kindergarten and first grade students to including second… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on August 20, 2018
Summer vacation should be a time for exploring new frontiers, spending time with family, and relaxing in your favorite getaway spots. It shouldn’t be spent in an emergency room. Yet every summer, thousands of people must go to hospitals and spend the rest of the sunny days recuperating from serious personal injuries. Keep yourself and… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on August 3, 2018
It’s that time of year again when most families will travel on vacation. Here are some safety precautions to keep in mind before you hit the road. In Your Home If your home has a sump pump in the basement to keep groundwater out, it’s a good idea to test your pump before leaving for… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on July 20, 2018
With summer in full swing and July being National Parks and Recreation Month, more people are traveling to state parks for hiking, biking, and geocaching. When going into the woods on trails or camping, safety needs to be your number one priority. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when enjoying the outdoors:… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on July 18, 2018
With summer in full swing and July being National Parks and Recreation Month, more children are visiting playgrounds. While playgrounds provide hours of fun, they can also have lurking dangers. Below are some tips to stay safe while playing at a park. Always have supervision. Adults can recognize dangers quickly and easily compared to children…. read more
Posted in Safety Tips on July 12, 2018
The summer can be a fun season to spend with your pet. But the increased temperature and humidity create higher risks of injury and heat stroke to your pet. Here are some tips to keep your pet safe this summer: Provide constant access to water and shade. Although many cats and dogs like to sunbathe,… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on July 10, 2018
July 15th, was National Pet Fire Safety Day. When practicing fire drills, pets are often overlooked but still need to be considered when an unexpected fire takes place. Many times, pets can create a serious fire with a mix of their curiousness and a small candle (or other open flames). With wagging tails and batting… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on July 2, 2018
With Independence Day right around the corner, fireworks can be the source of enjoyment and danger. Fires and Injuries According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2016, 4 people died while another 11,100 people were injured from firework related incidents. Although the majority of these injuries stemmed from amateurs trying to use illegal… read more
Posted in Safety Tips on June 26, 2018
According to Safe Kids Worldwide, 80% of water-related fatalities are boys. A study conducted by Safe Kids Worldwide concluded that 43% of drownings happened in open waters, while 38% occur in pools. Drownings in pools have been decreasing over the years, however, drownings in open waters has been increasing. The study also suggests that 80%… read more
