Home Safety
3M TEKK Protection™ Household Gloves & Valved Respirator Reviews
3M TEKK Protection Personal Safety Gear Review, 3M TEKK Household Chemical Glove review; 3M TEKK Sanding and Fiberglass Valved Respirator review
Zuvo 150 Water Filtration System Review
Zuvo 150 Water Filtration System Review; Zuvo Water Filtration and Purator Review; water treatment review, small water treatment systems
Is Bottled Water Safe to Drink?
Is Bottled Water Safe to Drink? A look at the pros and cons of bottled water.
Stoppy Door and Window Stop by UTR Decorating - Review
Read my review of UTR Decorating's Stoppy - an innovative window or door stop you can take where you need it
Plastic Water Bottles - Cause for Concerns
Plastic water bottles concerns, why plastic water bottles are considered a health risk; plastic water bottles are banned in some countries
Fire Prevention Tips - How to Keep Your Family Safe
How to Protect Your Family and Home from Fire; fire preventative tips; reduce the risk of fire in your home
Candle Warmers Offer a Safe Candle Alternative
Candle Warmers offer a safe candle alternative; get the ambiance of a candle without the flame and fire risk
Duramax the Pickup Tool Review
Duramax the Pickup Tool Review; review of Duramax Pickup Tool to improve reach
SmartCells Carpet Top Anti-Fatigue Mat Review
SmartCells Carpet Top Anti-Fatigue Mat Review; review of SmartCells carpeted anti-fatigue mat in tan pattern
3M TEKK Protection Holmes Workwear Premium Safety Eyewear Review; 3M TEKK Protection Holmes Safety Eyewear review
3M TEKK Protection Holmes Workwear Premium Safety Eyewear Review; 3M TEKK Protection Holmes Safety Eyewear review
3M TEKK Protection Digital WorkTunes Hearing Protector and AM/FM Stereo Radio Review;3M TEKK WorkTunes review
3M TEKK Protection Digital WorkTunes Hearing Protector and AM/FM Stereo Radio Review;3M TEKK WorkTunes review
Is an Activated Carbon Filter Adequate to Clean Water
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?
GelPro and GelPro Plush Comfort Mats Reviews
GelPro Chef's Mat Comfort mat review; GelPro Plush Comfort mat review; GelPro antifatigue mat reviews
My Ladder Hand Review
My Ladder Hand Review; review of the ladder accessory My Ladder Hand
3M Premium Protective Sunglasses Reviews
Review of 3M TEKK Fuel Protective Eye Wear and 3M Tortoise Shell Safety Eyewear; protective sunglasses reviews
Appliance care - When to Scrap it
Appliance care - When to Scrap it; Should you keep using a worn, tired or hazardous appliance?
Safe Drinking Water and Solutions for Making Tap Water Drinkable
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.
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Making Product Safety a Priority
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
DIY Projects - Do it, But Do it Safely
Home safety tips from 3M; 3M TEKK safety equipment for the home DIY enthusiast; do home projects safely with 3M safety tips
Home Safety Council (HSC)
The Home Safety Council has essential home safety tips
12 Most Common Kitchen Injuries - by the Nursing Schools Blog
Learn what the most common kitchen injuries are and how you can avoid them.
UL - Underwriters Laboratories
Important consumers home and product safety information; learn about product testing and safety certification
Ensure Appliance Cords are Safe to Use
Ensure Appliance Cords are Safe to Use
How to Install a Home Smoke Alarm - Video
Video tips on how to install a smoke alarm
When to Have a Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed in Your Home
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.
Fire Safety Items for the Home
Top 5 Fire Safety Items for the Home by About First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard
Childproofing Your Home - Video
About.com video on Childproofing Your Home
How to Install a Child-Proof Lock on a Kitchen Cabinet
Video demonstration on how to install a child-proof lock on your kitchen cabinet
Ladder Safety Tips
About First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard's ladder safety tips
American Cleaning Institute
Resource for extensive information on detergents and cleaners.
Cuts in the Kitchen - Knife Injuries During Food Preparation
Rod Brouhard First Aid Guide at About has important treatment tips for kitchen knife cut injuries.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Material Safety Data Sheets - why they matter and what you need to know
How to Treat Chlorine Gas Exposure - When Bleach is Mixed With Amonia
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.
Creative Way to Test Smoke Alarms - Testing Your Smoke Alarms
Testing smoke alarms can be difficult, but a Canadian fire department has come up with a creative way to make this easier.
Products for Emergencies
Emergency supplies and disaster kit, what you should have on hand.
Electrical Safety Foundation International - Home Safety Tips
Electrical Safety Tips from the ESFi Website