As a citizen, do you recognize your local fire department as a partner in community services? Your fire department, whether full-time or volunteer, has an important function within your community.The fire department performs fire suppression and life saving functions, and responds to many other challenging emergencies such as motor vehicles […]
Tyler J. Moffitt – Safety Tidbits
Recently, I was talking to a couple that returned from the Folk Festival in Winnipeg. They informed me of a tragedy they came upon. A child, who was just pulled from the water, was being work on by rescuers. The child never made it! Childhood drowning and near-drowning can happen […]
Canada Day and Fourth of July celebrations are fast approaching, and one of the main attractions each year is to watch the public fireworks display. It is important to attend only public displays, where trained people operate the fireworks properly. Why? Fireworks are pretty to look at but are extremely […]
Recently, an individual was doing some remodelling in his home. He had finished stripping the wallpaper, and was getting ready to change a light fixture. Since he was the only one home at the time, he left the light switch in the off position. But before disconnecting the old light, […]
Safety and the role it plays in your life depend on many things, including your attitude. All of us need to learn how to protect ourselves and family members from potential hazards that can strike at any given time. We all need to be made aware of and reminded to […]
Fire safety and the role it plays in your live depends on many things, including your attitude. All of us need to learn how to protect ourselves and family members from the hazards of fire. We all need to be reminded to be responsible, to think, and to make time […]
Unintentional falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries resulting in emergency room visits for all ages. They can occur from playground equipment, furniture, windows, stairs, ladders, and other sources. We can all set a good example for children by holding hand railings on stairs and escalators. Stress to young […]
With April just around the corner, safety educators believe anyone can be an April Fool at any giving time. You are an April Fool if: Motor vehicle accidents are still the number-one cause of accidental deaths in Canada. But many people still do not heed the wise advice police officers […]
Spring has arrived and it is time to spring into action. Start thinking about doing a clean-up and inspection of your home and yard. It also is time to look for any fire hazards. The Office of the Fire Marshal and Ministry of Natural Resources has an excellent pamphlet on […]
Each year in Canada, people are injured and others are killed by accidents that could have been prevented. In fact, 90 percent of all accidents are predictable and, with proper education, largely preventable. Falling into an open manhole or sewer, being crushed by some heavy item, or injured because you […]
In Sainte-Foy, Que., a 20-month-old choked to death a week after an un-popped popcorn kernel got stuck in her throat. The kernel absorbed saliva and expanded to nine mm within seven days, growing large enough to completely block the trachea. Each year, young children in Canada are at some risk […]
A babysitter, or an older brother or sister, is often responsible for the care and safety of young children. Knowing what to do in the event of a poisoning, and following proper poisoning prevention behaviours, are an important part of that responsibility. Caregivers should know children who are poisoned by […]
