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Pet Safety For Summer

Practice basic summer safety Never leave your pets in a parked car Not even for a minute. Not even with the car running and air conditioner on. On a warm day, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise rapidly to dangerous levels. On an 85-degree day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows […]

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The ultimate fire safety guide for people with disabilities

Fire is a really dangerous thing, and more than 3,400 people die because of fires every single year in the United States. At the same time, more than 16,000 people are injured due to fire breaking out. Those with disabilities are especially vulnerable when it comes to fires breaking out, as they may not be […]

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Campfire Safety

 When building a fire, start with dry twigs and small sticks. Add larger sticks as the fire builds up. Put the largest pieces of wood on last, pointing them toward the center of the fire, and gradually push them into the flames.  Never use flammable liquids to ignite or keep your fire burning. […]

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Thunderstorm And Lightning Safety

Each year lightning kills approximately 10 Canadians and injures approximately 100 to 150 others. So, how do you keep yourself and your family safe when lightning strikes? Read the tips and information below and stay safe! The first and most important thing to remember is that if you can hear thunder, you are within striking […]

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Construction Site Safety

A construction site is a great sign for a community. It signals investment, innovation and improvement. From government financing of rural infrastructure to major condo builds in city centres, you don’t have to go far to see this sort of development here in Canada.Unfortunately, accidents on construction sites continue to dampen the great opportunities they […]

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Fire Safety In A Chemical Lab

 A general note on fire safety: If your clothing catches on fire, it is a natural response to panic and run to the nearest shower or fire blanket. Don’t do it! Running will just fan the flames and increase the potential for serious injury. The correct response is to Stop, Drop, and Roll on the […]

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Gas Leak Safety

 Smell gas? Remember these simple steps. Smell rotten eggs? Or if you hear the sound of escaping gas, it could be natural gas. Stop what you’re doing. Do not use your cellphone or landline, don’t smoke, light matches or operate electrical switches or create any other source of ignition. Go outside. As you exit, leave […]

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Community Living BC’s online safety website

Community Living BC (CLBC) recognizes that individuals with developmental disabilities are a part of the growing community of online users, especially through social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter, and that the Internet can be an unsafe place for people; particularly those who are more vulnerable. With this in mind, CLBC has launched icanbesafeonline.com, […]

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Safety Tips for Winter Walking

When the winter air is crisp and the ground is covered with snow, there’s nothing like taking a walk to enjoy the beauty of the season — and walking is one of the best ways to keep fit. On the other hand, winter can be a challenging time of year to get out and about. […]

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The 12 Travel Tips of Christmas

Let people know your travel itinerary – either leave a copy with neighbours or family members, and always keep people informed if your plans happen to change. Check to make sure your passports, visas and vaccinations are all up-to-date.  Leave copies of your passports, driver’s licence, credit cards and other important documents with family members […]

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