• Turn all pot handles inward on the stove so they won't be accidentally bumped or grabbed by children.
• Handle all microwave containers as if they were hot.
• Many fires begin when food is left unattended on the stove.
• Clean up clutter around the stove.
• Shut off all appliances immediately after use.

Adverse Travel Conditions:

• Carry emergency equipment in your vehicle, including a snow shovel, battery jumper cables, a bag of sand or traction pads, a towing cable, flares, a complete set of warm clothing and boots, a blanket and a few candles.
• Beware of "black ice", a thin layer of ice that is often invisible.
• Keep all windows clear of snow and ice.
• Tell someone about your travel plans.

Falls:

• Keep outside steps, sidewalks and driveways free of ice and snow.
• Use ladders, not stools or chairs, to reach for things.
• Keep stairs clear of clutter.
• Keep electrical cords and wires away from traffic areas.
• Clear away toys, boxes, papers, etc. from the floor.

Appliances:

• Keep appliances clean and in good working order.
• Read operating instructions before using a new appliance.
• If a switch or electrical outlet doesn't work properly, don't use it until you find what is wrong and correct it.
• Make sure all electrical appliances bear the label of a testing agency, e.g., the Canadian Standard Association.
• Do not ever handle electrical appliances in wet surroundings.
• Remove the plug from the outlet when cleaning and repairing any appliances.

Tobogganing/Sledding:

• Check equipment for splinters or rough edges and sand them down.
• Roll sideways off a fast-moving sled if you must abandon it.
• Wear head protection, e.g., bicycle/hockey helmets.
• Never sled on a street or down a hill that ends at a street.
• Check unfamiliar sledding areas for hidden hazards, e.g., tree stumps.
• Single sledding is safer than double sledding.
• Sled during daylight hours only.