ADT Offers Safety Tips to Ensure Fourth of July Celebrations Are a Blast
Industry Leader Introduces Revamped Content Hub with Advice on How to Stay Safe in and Outside of the Home
BOCA RATON, Fla., July 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADT Inc. (NYSE:ADT), the leading provider of monitored security and interactive home and business automation solutions in the United States and Canada, today revealed their key takeaways to keep people safe during Fourth of July activities. The tips, along with a host of additional useful articles and safety guidelines, are now featured within the .
Fireworks Safety
According to the National Fire Protection Association, fireworks at least 15,000 fires every year, injuring an estimated 10,500 people. With proper precautions, accidents are preventable:
- Never give fireworks to small children
- Always keep a supply of water nearby
- Don’t point sparklers or fireworks at yourself or others when lit
- Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight a “dud”
Grilling Safety
July is peak time for outdoor grilling. Unfortunately, improper use can result in death and destruction. FEMA BBQ grill fires cause an estimated 10 deaths, hundreds of injuries and $37 million in property damage every year. Here are safety tips:
- Check gas grill hoses for cracks, holes and leaks
- Never BBQ indoors, even in a garage
- Grill at least two feet from wood siding, branches or other flammable objects
- Keep kids and pets away from the grill when cooking to avoid burns
Pool, Beach and Lake Safety
The Consumer Product Safety Commission at least 163 children drowned in swimming pools last year, with dozens more deaths happening at beaches and lakes. Besides teaching children to swim, follow these safety suggestions:
- Keep alert for weather conditions and evacuate when you see lightning
- Swim sober and with a buddy
- Don’t dive headfirst into shallow water
- Watch out for aquatic life like jellyfish
By following these simple tips, people can have a safe and memorable holiday. For additional information, please visit ADT.com/resources
About ADT
ADT is a leading provider of security and automation solutions for homes and businesses in the United States and Canada, people on-the-go and their networks. Making security more accessible than ever before, and backed by 24/7 customer support, ADT is committed to providing superior customer service with a focus on speed and quality of responsiveness, helping customers feel safer and empowered. ADT is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida and employs approximately 17,500 people in the United States and Canada.
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