School Bus Safety
With the arrival of fall comes the return of
school buses flooding the streets in the morning and late afternoon hours.
Whether you’re sending a child to school or simply sharing the road with the
buses, it’s important to be up to date with all safety procedures and protocol
to avoid injury to children boarding and exiting buses. To learn more about
school bus safety, click here.
Keeping Germs at Bay
As your kids go back to school, the likelihood
of new germs entering your home goes up. Keep your family safe and healthy this
fall by making a conscious effort to mitigate germs. Click here for 10 tips for staying germ-free! Using
reusable shopping bags at the store? You may also want to check out this article on how to keep your reusable bags
clean and germ-free.
Driving in the Rain
A rainy day can put a damper on a lot of
things – including ideal driving conditions. Whether it’s a light sprinkle or a
total downpour, rain can lead to reduced visibility and slippery roads. In
fact, the U.S. Department of Transportation reports that 70 percent of
weather-related crashes are caused by wet pavement. Depending on where you
live, you may notice an increase in rain during the autumn season. Make sure
you’re prepared by reading our eight safety tips here.
Driving Drowsy
As we begin to lose daylight hours, it’s common
to find yourself driving in the dark more often. Driving in the evening hours,
you may find yourself yawning a little and perhaps even starting to doze off
behind the wheel. According to the National Safety Council, you are three times
more likely to be in a car crash if you are fatigued; and being awake for more
than 20 hours is the equivalent of being legally drunk. Unfortunately, driving
drowsy is more common than you’d think, with 37 percent of Americans having
admitted to falling asleep at the wheel according to the National Sleep
Foundation. To learn more about avoiding the dangers of drivers fatigue, click here.
Heating Your Home
It probably comes as no surprise to learn that
heating your home in the fall and winter increases your likelihood of having a
home fire. Check out our tips on home heating safety and
best practices to keep your living space cozy and accident-free this fall. Have
a chimney? Check out this article to learn more about when it's
time to have it cleaned.
Avoiding Deer
As autumn closes in, deer-related collisions
are more likely to occur. Typically, October through January is mating season
for deer in New York, which means deer are more likely to be active and make
inconvenient strolls across the road during this time. Knowing the facts about
deer activity in the fall can help you stay safe on the road and avoid accidents. To read the best ways to avoid hitting
deer, click here.
Halloween Safety
Halloween is a fun holiday no matter your age! But between sharp carving knives, trick-or-treaters walking near the road after hours and an elevated risk of vandalism, there is a lot to consider when it comes to keeping you, your family and your belongings safe. To read more about pumpkin carving safety, click here. To read more about Halloween road safety, click here. And to read more about preventing vandalism on All Hallow’s Eve, click here.
Thanksgiving Safety
For many, the promise of food and quality time
spent with family makes Thanksgiving a much-anticipated holiday. But if you’ve
ever hosted Thanksgiving dinner, you also know that it means sizzling pans, a
hot oven and a chance of food poisoning if you don’t cook your bird correctly.
If you’re hosting Turkey day in your home this year, use these tips to stay safe in the kitchen and
make the most of your holiday together.
Safety hazards aside, fall is a great time to
get out and about - especially if you live in New York where the foliage is
breathtaking, and the apple and pumpkin picking options are endless. Check out
some of our favorite family-friendly fall excursions by clicking the button
below.
