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Winter Heating Safety From Sports to Space Heaters

February 22, 2018 By The Mav Team

Although chilly, winter can be a magical season full of cuddling by fires and flying down ski slopes. However, winter also brings many Americans to the emergency room annually. Read the following tips from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for navigating the winter weather safely.

Space Heaters – Give Them Space

– Keep flammable materials, including curtains and bedding, at least 3 feet away from space heaters.
– Place the heater on a stable, level surface. Make sure it will not be knocked over.
– Never power the heater with an extension cord or power strip. Do not leave the heater on while you are not there or while you are sleeping.
– Have working smoke alarms on every floor and in every bedroom. The early warning provided by smoke alarms can save your life.

Snow Blower Hazards – Clear Snow Safely

– Most snow blower injuries occur when consumers try to clear snow from the discharge chute.
– First, stop the engine. Use a long stick, NOT your hands, to unclog wet snow and debris from the  machine.
– NEVER leave the machine running in an enclosed area. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide which can kill in minutes.
– Finally, don’t add gasoline to a running or hot engine, and always keep the gasoline can capped correctly.

Carbon Monoxide – The Invisible Killer

– Use portable generators outside your home and place them at least 20 feet away. Never use a generator inside a home, basement, shed or garage. The exhaust from portable generators contains poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill in minutes.
– Have your heating system inspected and serviced by a qualified technician every year, including furnaces and chimneys.
– Never leave a car running in a garage even with the garage door open.
– Most generator-related deaths from CO poisoning occur during the cold months. Have working CO alarms on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas.

Winter Sports Safety – Helmets Make a Difference

– Helmets aren’t just for kids—they’re for adults, too.
– Wearing a properly fitted helmet can reduce the risk of a head injury.
– Choose a certified helmet that is designed for the particular activity you’re involved in, e.g., bicycling, snowboarding, or snowmobiling.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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