10 Holiday Safety Tips, From the American Red Cross.<br />1. Check holiday light cords for any damage, Don’t string more than three <br />strands of lights per extension cord.<br />2. Look for an artificial tree <br />with a fire-resistant label. , Keep it away from fireplaces, <br />radiators and other heat sources.<br />2. Look for an artificial tree <br />with a fire-resistant label. , Keep it away from fireplaces, <br />radiators and other heat sources.<br />3. For a live tree, make sure <br />it’s fresh when you buy it. , Continue to water it to maintain freshness. .<br />3. For a live tree, make sure <br />it’s fresh when you buy it. , Continue to water it to maintain freshness. .<br />4. Check the label of older decorations, Some older tinsel is lead-based <br />and you should avoid inhaling artificial snow.<br />4. Check the label of older decorations, Some older tinsel is lead-based <br />and you should avoid inhaling artificial snow.<br />5. Be sure that decorations are for outdoor use, Fasten lights securely to your home <br />or trees and remember to use insulated hooks <br />or nails to avoid electrical or fire hazards. .<br />5. Be sure that decorations are for outdoor use, Fasten lights securely to your home <br />or trees and remember to use insulated hooks <br />or nails to avoid electrical or fire hazards. .<br />6. Use extra caution when climbing ladders. , Check for good, stable placement <br />and wear shoes with good traction.<br />7. Never use electric lights on metallic trees.<br />8. Remember to turn off all holiday lights , when going to bed or leaving home.<br />9. Children, pets and decorations , should be a safe distance away <br />from any fire sources, like candles.<br />10. Don't light the fireplace, if you have stockings hanging from the mantel
