November 2020 Theme of the Month

11/30/2020 (Permalink)

November 2020 Theme of the Month

It is now officially holiday season! While this year is going to look different for everyone, it is still a great time to celebrate and be merry. While it is a wonderful time of year, this is also the time of year when SERVPRO of Hardin/LaRue Counties will begin receiving an influx of calls about accidents happening. Here is an excerpt from a State Farm article with holiday tips this season!

Shopping- When shopping in public this holiday season, make sure to constantly maintain a 6 foot distance from others and wear a clean mask. When shopping online, make sure to only order from reputable websites and make sure there is a safe place for your packages to be dropped off if you are not home.

Cooking and Dining- While this year is going to look different, you may still find yourself cooking for others. One of the keys to keeping everyone safe is to keep your hands clean! Wash them often so you are not cross contaminating food items. Another tip for kitchen safety is to keep children and pets out from underfoot. Having them in another room is a good way to make sure no one trips over them and causes an accident. You should also check and make sure that any food items reach 140 degrees internally before serving and are only sitting out a maximum of 2 hours after they are finished cooking.

Traveling- When traveling, if it is icy or snowy, leave extra room between cars in case of slick spots. If you are going anywhere where you will be consuming alcohol, make sure to have a designated driver or Uber/cab ride home.

Decorating- Use the proper equipment when putting up decorations to prevent any issues from arising. Also before plugging in any cords, check for exposed or frayed wires. If you find any, toss and replace immediately. Using these wires could result in a fire or electric shock. If using a real tree, once it is dry, promptly take it outside, as they are very flammable and could cause a house fire.

For more information:

www.statefarm.com/simple-insights/residence/simple-holiday-safety-tips