Home Safety

My Ladder Hand Review; review of the ladder accessory My Ladder Hand

Read my review of UTR Decorating's Stoppy - an innovative window or door stop you can take where you need it

3M TEKK Protection Personal Safety Gear Review, 3M TEKK Household Chemical Glove review; 3M TEKK Sanding and Fiberglass Valved Respirator review

Wood burning safety tips; what type of wood to burn and what you should never burn in a home wood heat stove or fireplace

Review of 3M TEKK Fuel Protective Eye Wear and 3M Tortoise Shell Safety Eyewear; protective sunglasses reviews

Tips and information on how to use appliances safely.

Find out what to do if your appliance has been recalled or you have concerns

Home safety tips from 3M; 3M TEKK safety equipment for the home DIY enthusiast; do home projects safely with 3M safety tips

Is an Activated Carbon Filter Adequate to Clean Water? How effective is an activated carbon filter? Is an activated carbon filter enough for drinking water? Carbon water filters - effective and adequate?

The Home Safety Council has essential home safety tips

Water is a necessity of life and while water can come from many sources including bottled, municipal systems, rain water or ground water from wells or springs, not all water is considered potable and safe to drink. How safe your water is depends on several factors and what standards it is measured against. In the U.S., the Environmental...

Is Bottled Water Safe to Drink? A look at the pros and cons of bottled water.

Zuvo 150 Water Filtration System Review; Zuvo Water Filtration and Purator Review; water treatment review, small water treatment systems

Plastic water bottles concerns, why plastic water bottles are considered a health risk; plastic water bottles are banned in some countries

Learn what the most common kitchen injuries are and how you can avoid them.

Candle Warmers offer a safe candle alternative; get the ambiance of a candle without the flame and fire risk

Tips on using your fondue set safely

Using only safe appliances; being concerned with product safety; replacing unsafe appliances; certified products and appliances; appliance problems that can lead to hazards; quality control at home; using safe and certified products

Important consumers home and product safety information; learn about product testing and safety certification

Video tips on how to install a smoke alarm

Child proof your kitchen and keep your family safe from toxic cleaners and other substances.

When should you have an active carbon monoxide detector in your home? This list of carbon monoxide risk appliances will confirm when you should install a detector.

Top 5 Fire Safety Items for the Home by About First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard

About.com video on Childproofing Your Home

Video demonstration on how to install a child-proof lock on your kitchen cabinet

About First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard's ladder safety tips

Resource for extensive information on detergents and cleaners.

What to look for when you buy a stepladder

The x10 Mini Timer can provide security and peace of mind by being able to control appliances or lights to go on and off according to your settings.

Rod Brouhard First Aid Guide at About has important treatment tips for kitchen knife cut injuries.

What happens when you mix chlorine with amonia? Chlorine Gas! About First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard has an excellent article on treating someone that has been exposed to Chlorine Gas.

Cleaning your lint filter after every load may not be enough. Here's a simple test to reduce the risk of fire in your home.

Electrical Safety Tips from the ESFi Website

Testing smoke alarms can be difficult, but a Canadian fire department has come up with a creative way to make this easier.

Smoke alarms are essential housewares for your home.

Emergency supplies and disaster kit, what you should have on hand.

How to use candles safely and choose safe candle holders

Material Safety Data Sheets - why they matter and what you need to know

Ensure Appliance Cords are Safe to Use