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Safety Tips for the Summer
 Fireworks
Safety
As we celebrate our independence it is important that we keep safety
in mind if you are going to ignite or be around fireworks. The United
States experiences over 11,000 Fireworks related injuries each year.
Most of these injuries occur because of mishandling and misuse of
Fireworks.
To help keep you safe please follow these simple tips:
•Never build or experiment with homemade fireworks
•Never let children handle or light fireworks. Even sparklers can be
dangerous if unsupervised.
•Never ignite fireworks while holding them. Only light one at a time,
and move quickly away.
•Make sure you give yourself enough room in a safe location – away
from buildings, vehicles, and flammable materials.
•Never light fireworks inside a structure.
•Watch what you wear. Loose clothing can catch on fire, and should not
be worn while handling fireworks.
•Never try to re-ignite fireworks that have malfunctioned. Soak them
in water and throw away.
•Never ignite fireworks when you are under the influence of alcohol,
prescription drugs or mind-altering drugs.
•Have a bucket of water to douse used fireworks and for emergencies.
•Never aim fireworks at vehicles.
•In case of an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Polson Fire Department would like to wish you all a Great Fourth
of July!
Scooter, bike, and pedestrian safety:
Scooters, bikes, in-line skates, and skateboards are associated with
numerous injuries yearly.
•Wear a comfortable, properly fitted helmet bearing the label of an
independent testing lab. Be sure that the helmet sits level on top of
the head–not rocking in any direction–and always fasten the safety
strap.
•Be sure that safety gear (wrist, elbow and kneepads) fits properly
and does not interfere with the rider's movement, vision, or hearing.
Wrist pads are not recommended for scooter riders as they may affect
their ability to maneuver.
•Ride scooters and bikes only on smooth, paved surfaces and only ride
during daylight hours.
•Learn the proper hand signals and use them when you turn or stop.
•Come to a complete stop before entering driveways, paths or
sidewalks, then look left, right and left again for bikes, cars, or
pedestrians heading your way.
•Teach crossing safety to children by example
Barbecue safety
Beware when you barbecue. In 1998 alone, there were 6,100 reported
home fires involving gas or charcoal grills in the U.S., leading to
$29.1 million in direct property damage, according to NFPA.
•When using barbecue grills on decks or patios, be sure to leave
sufficient space from siding and eaves.
•Always supervise a barbecue grill when in use.
•Keep children and pets far away from grills.
•With charcoal grills, only use charcoal starter fluids designed for
barbecue grills and do not add fluid after coals have been lit.
•With gas grills, be sure that the hose connection is tight and check
hoses carefully for leaks. Applying soapy water to the hoses will
easily and safely reveal any leaks.
•Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and have the grill
repaired by a professional, if necessary.
Water Safety
Extra caution should be used when around water, for children and
adults.
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