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Top 3 Summer Safety Tips

25 May, 2011

It is a fact that there are more burglaries during the summer months than in the winter. The weather is warmer and people go on lots of vacations, giving criminals more opportunities to strike. Because of these factors, you need to make sure that you take every precaution to protect yourself and your family. However, protecting your family goes far beyond locking your doors and setting your alarm system every time you leave the house. You need to take certain precautions at home, in the car and while out and about to ensure that your children stay safe this summer. Here are my top three summer safety tips.

#1- Always Use Sunscreen

Lather everyone (you and your children) up with sunscreen whenever you go outside. And don't think that you are protected if you simply apply your SPF 15 sunscreen once. You should use a product that has an SPF of at least 30 that is designed to protect against both UVB and UVA rays. And be sure to reapply the sunscreen every hour or two, especially if you are spending a lot of time in the water.

#2-Never Leave a Child Alone in the Car

Never leave your children alone in the car--even if it is just for a couple of minutes. This is a problem for a number of reasons. First of all, you are putting your children at risk for being abducted or wandering off alone. Additionally, during the hot summer months, temperatures in cars can climb to well over 100 degrees--even if it is not very hot outside. Always take your child with you-- even if you are just running into the store for a minute.

#3- Make Sure Your Pool Is Surrounded By a Fence

If you have a pool in your yard, even if it not a full-sized pool that is dug into the ground, there should be a fence surrounding it. Having a fence is essential to ensuring that your children don't accidentally fall into the pool--especially when you are not at home. If you don't have a fence around your pool, consider getting one as soon as possible. The fence should have a gate that is self-closing and locking. It should be four-sided and should impede your children from getting into the pool area without your permission.

Follow these safety tips and you and your children are sure to have a safe and fun summer!

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