Essential Water Safety Tips Every Parent Needs to Know Water safety is a crucial concern for families, especially considering that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death in children ages 1-4 and the second leading cause for children ages 5-9 (Centers for Disease Control and … [Read more...]
Who Needs CPR Training?
Who Needs CPR Training? The Answer: EVERYONE! CPR Training Can Save a Life – Will You Be Ready? Emergencies happen when you least expect them. Do you know what to do if someone collapses in front of you? CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training isn’t just for medical professionals. Here are … [Read more...]
Household Poison & Battery Safety
The Hidden Danger Lurking in Your Home: Button Batteries & Household Poisons! Protecting Your Family Starts Today! Everyday household items can pose serious risks to young children. Did you know that in 2010 alone, more than 3,400 button battery swallowing cases were reported in the U.S.? … [Read more...]
Smoke Alarms & Your Family
Smoke Alarms & Your Family Smoke detectors. Smoke alarms. Nuisance alarms. Poor cooking skill indicators. Baby sleep interrupters. Whatever you call them, they save lives by alerting you to deadly gases and smoke before a fire spreads. Why Do We Need Smoke Alarms? According to the National … [Read more...]
Learn CPR Anywhere with Mobile CPR Training!
Convenient, On-Demand Life-Saving Training at Your Location! At Home Hazard Prevention (HHP), we believe CPR training should be accessible to everyone—without the hassle of traveling to a classroom. That’s why we offer Mobile CPR Training, where we bring the class to you! Whether you’re at home, … [Read more...]
Babysitters Have Enough Work
One Less thing a babysitter has to worry about! I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. At that age I thought I knew everything about watching kids. Sure I always had the house clean, toys picked up, and dishes were done. Now as a parent of two boys I look back and realize I didn’t know … [Read more...]
July 4th and Fireworks Safety
Celebrate Safely: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips This weekend, millions of Americans will gather to celebrate our nation’s birthday. The 4th of July is a time for backyard barbecues, parades, swimming, and of course—fireworks! While fireworks add excitement to the holiday, they also come with … [Read more...]
Safe Christmas Tree Disposal
Safe Christmas Tree Disposal & Home Safety Tips! Happy New Year, Friends! We hope you all had a magical holiday season! Our Christmas was filled with love, laughter, and adventure with our girls—we are truly blessed! Now that the holidays are behind us, it’s time to think safety—starting with … [Read more...]
Christmas Decoration Safety
Keep Your Holidays Bright & Safe! The holiday season is in full swing, and if you're like me, your Christmas lights have been up for a while now! The Elf on the Shelf is on the move, holiday tunes are playing, and the neighborhood is glowing with festive cheer. At Home Hazard Prevention, we … [Read more...]
Family Fun Around The Holidays
Thanksgiving is less than 48 hours away, and that means the dreaded quadruple F’s of the Holiday season. Food, Family, Football, and Family (domestic) Disputes. As a firefighter for the past 10 years, I can personally attest that the amount of domestic disputes dramatically increase during the … [Read more...]
