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Christmas Safety

christmas safety

Tree Safety Tips:

  • Leave the tree outside in a bucket of water until time to decorate.
  • Trim about one inch from the bottom of the tree after purchase. This increases the tree's ability to absorb water.
  • Keep the tree away from the intense heat of stoves or heaters.
  • Water the tree daily. A dry tree is a deathtrap.
  • Turn off tree lights when you are not at home.
  • Avoid running an electric train under the tree. They can spark and ignite fires.
  • Avoid burning candles for extended periods of time in the same room as your tree.
  • ALWAYS make sure a parent or adult is present when and if candles or fires are lit.

Decorating Safety Tips:

  • Use non-flammable decorations.
  • Use the appropriate lights for your needs.
  • Don't use indoor lights outside or outdoor lights inside.
  • Make sure your lights are safety approved by either Factory Mutual (FM) or Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
  • Use a surge protector. This alleviates overloading the outlet and prevents damage from power surges.
  • Never use electrical lights on metal or aluminum trees.
  • Do not block exits with decorations. They may block access in the event of an emergency.

Candle Burning Safety Tips:

  • It is very important that the wick be trimmed to ¼" prior to each time the candle is lit. 

  • Some fragrances are stronger by nature than others. A smaller room will contain fragrance vapor in higher concentration, creating a stronger impression.

  • Fragrance vapor is carried in the air, and factors such as humidity, air conditioning, a fan, an open window, etc., may affect how it carries.

  • The larger the melt pool, the more fragrance may evaporate into the air.

  • Larger flames will burn more of the fragrance vapor before it can release into the air. Keep your wicks trimmed!