National Safety Month 

According to HealthFinder.gov, "Almost 1 in 5 crashes (17%) that injured someone involved distracted driving." They also noted that about half of all falls happen at home. What can you and your family do to prevent such injuries?

 

June is National Safety Month and the National Safety Council wants you to have the tools necessary to reduce the risk of injuries in your community, workplace and home. It's important to have knowledge of the training, tips and facts to be safe. 

  

Read on to learn more how you can ensure you and your family are reducing risks of injuries.


Do You Know What to Do During a Weather Emergency?
By National Safety Council 


 
Daily routines can be disrupted with little or no warning by a catastrophic event, such as an earthquake, tornado, hurricane or flood. Help might not always be available, so emergency preparedness is key.

 

When you face a weather-related emergency, try to stay informed through radio, TV or the Internet. In some cases, however, cable, electric and cell phone service can be knocked out, making communication nearly impossible. The National Safety Council recommends the following general precautions that apply to many disaster situations:


 


Staying Safe at Work
By HealthFinder.govA        

Staying safe and healthy at work is very important. If you don't work in a safe way, you can get hurt or sick. Back injuries are the most common type of workplace injury.

 

There are things you can do - both at work and at home - to lower your chances of getting hurt or sick.

 

 


Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls 

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Everyone Has a Role in Making Our Roads Safer
By National Safety Council


 
No one wakes up thinking they will lose a loved one in a car crash that day. But vehicle crashes are the No. 1 cause of death for children and young adults ages 5 to 24. They are the No. 2 cause of death for adults 25 and older and for toddlers, according to the Centers for Disease Control.


 
Overwhelmingly, these deaths are preventable, and you can help change these statistics. Be aware of the dangers associated with impaired driving, speeding, not using a seat belt, or letting a child play in or near a vehicle.  The National Safety Council has a message for every driver: Slow down, make good choices, buckle up and watch out for children. It will save lives. And remember, you're setting an example for your own kids.


 


Health Tip: Swimming Tips for Children and Adults
By National Safety Council

 

Summer is almost here, which means many of us will be spending more time outdoors and in and around water. While many are aware of the importance of safety around pools and at the beach, parents also need to supervise their children near bathtubs.


 
Follow these tips to stay safe in the water:


 
For Children and Parents:

  • Always watch your child while he or she is bathing, swimming or around water
  • Gather everything needed (towel, bath toys, sunscreen) before the child enters the water; if you must leave the area, take the child with you
  • Empty all buckets, bathtubs and kiddie pools of water immediately after use and store them upside down and out of your child's reach
  • Do not allow your child to play or swim in canals or streams
  • Install a 5-foot-tall fence with self-closing gate latches around your pool or hot tub
  • Consider installing door alarms to alert adults when a child has unexpectedly opened a door leading to a pool or hot tub
  • Keep a phone and life preserver near the pool or hot tub in case of emergency
  • Use snug-fitting life jackets instead of floaties, but remember that a child can still drown with a lifejacket on if not carefully watched
  • Become certified in First Aid and CPR
  • Find age-appropriate swim lessons for your child, but keep in mind that lessons do not make your child "drown-proof"

 

For Adults:

  • Always swim with a buddy
  • Never swim if you have been drinking alcohol or have taken certain medications
  • Learn how to swim; find swimming lessons at the local YMCA or park district
  • When boating, wear a life jacket
  • Learn First Aid and CPR
  • Swim in designated areas with lifeguards

Go Take a Hike -- Safely
By HealthDay

 

Before setting out on a hike, make sure you're prepared for the unexpected.

 

The American Hiking Society outlines 10 things needed on every hike, starting with appropriate footwear.

 

Trail shoes are fine for a short day hike that doesn't involve carrying a heavy pack or negotiating difficult terrain. But hiking boots, which offer more support, are a better choice for longer hikes, carrying heavier loads, or traveling on more challenging terrain, the society says. 


 


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