Children and Holiday Safety Video Public Service Announcement (PSA)
The holidays are a magical time of year for children. Yet, this season is also a time when many children experience preventable injuries. Illuminated decorations and gifts are staples of the holiday season, but can also be hazards if simple precautions aren’t taken. Help your family “play it safe” throughout the holiday season by following […]
Holiday Fire Safety Video Public Service Announcement (PSA)
There’s no place like home for the holidays and no better place to implement good fire safety practices. Follow the simple steps outlined in this safety video to help ensure your holiday is memorable for all the right reasons.
Holiday Cooking and Child Safety Video Public Service Announcement (PSA)
Cooking is a cherished holiday tradition for many families, and children love to be a part of it. Follow these steps to keep your youngest kitchen helpers safe from fire, burn and other cooking-related hazards this holiday season.
Preventing Holiday Decorating Hazards Video Public Service Announcement (PSA)
While decorative lights and other electrical decorations add to the splendor of the season, they can increase the risks of fire and electrical injuries during the holidays if not used safety. Follow the basic safety guidelines outlined in this high-quality video to help prevent serious electrical and fire hazards as you decorate your home and […]
Top 10 Holiday Safety Tips
This colorful graphic tip sheet provides easy reminders for keeping safety on the top of your to-do list this holiday season. 1. Inspect electrical decorations for damage before use. Cracked or damaged sockets, loose or bare wires, and loose connections may cause a serious shock or start a fire. 2. Do not overload electrical outlets. […]
Decorating Safely with Kids
Children are extremely curious, and their curiosity only intensifies during the holidays when homes sparkle with beautiful decorations. Make their safety a priority when decorating your home this holiday season to ensure that this celebratory time of year does not end in tragedy. Follow these quick tips from ESFI: Read manufacturer’s instructions and warning […]
Preparing for Young Holiday Visitors
Keep young holiday visitors safe by taking steps to prepare your home before they arrive: If your home is not already “childproofed,” install Tamper Resistant Receptacles or use safety covers on all unused electrical outlets, including those on extension cords. Store breakables, candles, matches, and other potentially dangerous items, such as household and personal care […]
Electrical Gifts for Children
One common holiday tradition is the giving of gifts to family and friends. When selecting electrical gifts for children, it is important to keep a few safety-focused tips in mind: Electrical toys and other electrical devices intended for use by children can be extremely hazardous if improperly used or used without proper supervision. An adult […]
ESFI Holiday Short Video
Decorating the home for the holidays is one of the season’s most cherished traditions. However, overdoing decorations and overloading electrical outlets can have disastrous consequences. This short video helps consumers to remember to keep safe practices in mind while decorating this holiday season.
Gifts for Children
Keep these simple safety tips in mind when selecting holiday gifts for children of all ages: Read all manufacturer’s labels for toys or items that will be used by or around children. Check to make sure the child meets the age requirements specified on the label, and determine whether adult supervision is required; plan accordingly. […]
Holiday Electrical Safety Reminders PSA
During the holiday season, many people put themselves at increased risk of electrical fires and accidents. An increase in indoor activities combined shopping, entertaining and cooking for family and friends causes many to forget basic safety. ESFI offers tips to encourage in-home safety during the holidays.
Prevent Holiday Electrical Fires PSA
The holiday season is a prime time for entertaining, but decorative lights and home cooked meals that add to the ambiance also increase the likelihood of home fires and electrical accidents. Prevent electrical fires and protect your family this holiday with these helpful tips from ESFI.
