Tidbits – 1/30/08

Be Strong
“Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character.” --Albert Einstein

Falls are the No. 1 Killer in the home
Certain age groups among children are more prone to certain types of falls. For example, infants are more likely to fall from furniture, while toddlers are more likely to fall from windows. Older children sustain more fall-related injuries from playground equipment.
Furniture - Babies who are left unsupervised on top of beds, changing tables, and even couches, can roll off unexpectedly.
Windows - Young children are naturally curious and will explore an open window. Windows that are open just five inches pose a danger to children under the age of 10. Falls from windows tend to be the most severe and/or fatal. In addition, even a closed window can be dangerous if the child can get near it - falling through glass can cause serious and often fatal injuries.
Stairs - Infants and toddlers do not realize the danger of falling down stairs. In addition, older children who are running up and down stairs can trip and injure themselves. Clutter on stairs poses an increased risk of falling.
Floor surface - Area rugs that are not secure, especially on bare floors, can cause a child to fall. Mats that are not slip-resistant and tubs without slip-resistant stickers can increase the risk of falling.
Playgrounds - Although playgrounds can provide children with exercise and an enjoyment of the outdoors, they also pose safety hazards. Faulty playground equipment, not using proper equipment for different sporting activities, and careless behavior leads to an estimated 15 child fatalities ages 14 and under each year.
Ladders – Many homeowners are injured every year from falls off ladders or from light duty aluminum ladders failing. Use a spotter, stay off the top two-steps of an A-frame to maintain 3-pts of contact, secure extension ladders, keep your belt buckle between the rails and tie-off as needed.

Hey, I like your hair!
"Play the 'Reverse Gossip' Game. See how many nice things you can say 'behind someone's back'." --Bob Burg

Did You Know…
-Check with CPSC Over a half million bunk beds have been recalled in the past few years for safety’s sake.
-Spice it Up! Peppers can contain as much as 6 times more Vitamin C than Oranges.
-Java Booster! Caffeine will raise your blood pressure. Typically, a cup of coffee raises an adult's blood pressure 2-4 points for up to three hours. -Use 3-pts of contact to Maintain Balance, Traction and Grip - About 300,000 disabling injuries occur each year due to slip trips and falls.
Eyes and Mind on Task! More than 100 U.S. workers die as a result of a work-related accident or illness every day.

Quote of the Week
"In life you have a choice: Be bitter about your situation or be better and take steps to improve your situation." --Robert Holbrook