Gel Fuel Safety
Gel fuel is a highly flammable liquid that is usually alcohol or ethanol based. The gel is often used for keeping dishes hot at outdoor picnics, keeping Tiki torches lit, fueling decorative ceramic...
View ArticleKeeping Homes Burn-Safe for Kids
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 300 children under the age of 19 are hospitalized for burn-related injuries every day in the United States. On average, one child per day...
View ArticleCooking Safety
Cooking is the number one cause of fires and burn injuries in the United States. The majority of cooking fires start when cooking food is left unattended. Burn injuries are often worsened or caused by...
View ArticleWorkplace Electrical Burns
Workers are at risk for electrical burn injuries at nearly every type of workplace. Approximately five to ten percent of traumatic work deaths are caused by electrical accidents every year in the...
View ArticleHoliday Fire Safety
For many, decorating the home to welcome the holiday season is a steadfast tradition. However, with bright lights and spirited adornments comes an increased risk of fire hazards both inside and outside...
View Article9-Volt Battery Fire Hazard
9-volt batteries have been the cause of many house fires in recent years. Consumers are often unaware of the potential safety hazards associated with 9-Volt batteries. The design of 9-volt batteries...
View ArticleWorkplace Chemical Burns
Chemical burns are one of the most common burn hazards present in workplaces. Chemical burns can cause severe injuries and lasting pain. Employers are responsible for mitigating employee’s exposure to...
View ArticleFriction Burns
Friction burns can occur as part of larger accidents, in any home, or in the workplace. They can be equally as or even more serious in terms of severity than other burns. Often times, friction burns...
View ArticleSmoke Detectors 101
Most people realize the importance of having functional smoke detectors in their homes. Many know that if it beeps, it’s time to change the battery. Some may do a monthly test of the smoke detector....
View ArticleFamily Files Wrongful-Death Suit After Fiery Crash In 2015
A woman is speaking out more than a year after her husband was killed in a fiery crash on an Ontario highway. On Jan. 22, 2015, Rosalio Munoz-Reyes was inside a model year 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee...
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