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Make sure all cords are visible, Dont bury conds undemeach rugs or floor mats to anold personal injuries Hanging lights shouldn't be a solo projéct. whether hanging lights imide or outside. never do so alone. A stiT wind might come along and blow the ladder wiy or an unstable ladder might lead to a fall. Accidents happen when hanging lights Indoors as we, so mahe sure to have an adut partner on hand to mold Injury Make sure kids cannot reach lighting displays. Nds eften adore holide lighting dinplays and their natural curlosity is to reach for ights. Avold potential accidents by koeping lights well beyond the reach of chidren, this year's lkghting display is both stunning and safe. Have a Safe & Healthy Holiday Season! For the Latest Technology in Eye Care "New Diagnostic Equipment" Contacts Specialist Pediatrics Diabetic Eye Care Infant Eye Care Special Needs Patients Ocular Disease Emergencies Dr. Nathan C. Stebbins 938-5920 200 South Findley Street Punxsutawney SAFETY FIRST Make sure exterior lights are designed for outdoor use. Not all lights can handle the elements, so thove old Christmas tree ghts might not be atle to enjoy a second le as part of a home's exterior lighting décor. Plug lights directly into the electrial sockets rather than relying heavily on extension cords. outiets avallatile. Belore ploging anything in, consut the fuse box to delermine how much cach circult can safely WIHEN STRINGING HOLIDAY LIGHTS handle. Don't used damaged lighting sets, Including those with frayed strings untate consections exposed wires, or brohen or cracked sockets Make sure all external lights are securely attached. wind can do sgnilkant damage to bulbs, which can lead to additional salety risks. As a precaution. attach all lights firmly lo wals or anything etse that will not blow away when a stiff wind anives, Perhaps no hollday tradition is more visible than decorative lights. Whether on the house or on the tree in the front Inside the home, be extra careful when using an artificial Christmas tree. tiectric hts should never be used on a metalic tree. picture window, holiday lights help create a festive mood for all. While aesthetically appealing, holiday Ikghting displays can also be quite dangerous. Older lights or poorty planned lighting projects can quickly turn tragic. However, this much beloved holiday tradition does not have to cease and desist. Instead, some simple safety precautions are all it takes to ensure Routinely check all cords temperatures. Il a cord feels too hot, unplug and find a replacement Don't leave the lights on when no adults are home. the home is empty or if just Nids are home, make sure the ights are off. Avoid using timers that automatically burn the ghts on, as it's possitle they wil turn on whon no one is home. Uaplug all cords when going aay for the holdays ju to be sale. Make sure all cords are visible, Dont bury conds undemeach rugs or floor mats to anold personal injuries Hanging lights shouldn't be a solo projéct. whether hanging lights imide or outside. never do so alone. A stiT wind might come along and blow the ladder wiy or an unstable ladder might lead to a fall. Accidents happen when hanging lights Indoors as we, so mahe sure to have an adut partner on hand to mold Injury Make sure kids cannot reach lighting displays. Nds eften adore holide lighting dinplays and their natural curlosity is to reach for ights. Avold potential accidents by koeping lights well beyond the reach of chidren, this year's lkghting display is both stunning and safe. Have a Safe & Healthy Holiday Season! For the Latest Technology in Eye Care "New Diagnostic Equipment" Contacts Specialist Pediatrics Diabetic Eye Care Infant Eye Care Special Needs Patients Ocular Disease Emergencies Dr. Nathan C. Stebbins 938-5920 200 South Findley Street Punxsutawney