Health Tip: Driving During Winter
Depending on where you are, winter can herald a greater risk of car accident, a car that won't start, and getting stranded in wintry conditions.
The U.S. National Safety Council offers these suggestions for safe winter driving:
- Get your car properly tuned up, and make sure the tires are in good shape before winter starts.
- Carry equipment in your car, including a tire jack, spare tire, jumper cables, chains, salt or cat litter, flashlight and batteries, and a tool kit.
- In your car, store non-perishable foods such as unsalted nuts, dried fruits and hard candies.
- Especially on a long winter trip, pack necessities to keep you warm -- a warm blanket, socks, a hat and gloves.
- Keep a first aid kit in your car at all times.
Health Tip: Use Tools Safely
When working with hand tools, it's important to keep safety in mind.
The National Safety Council offers these suggestions to reduce your risk of injury:
- Make sure you know which tools are appropriate for each job.
- Keep your tools clean and in good condition, and maintain them according to the maker's instructions.
- Unplug and turn off any power tool before performing maintenance or changing a part.
- Wear clothing that can't get caught, and always use protective gear.
- Use any guards and shields that come with the tools.
- Store all tools safely and out of the reach of children.
- If using an electrical adapter, never cut the three-prong plug off. And never use a two-prong adapter with a three-prong tool.
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