4th Of July Safety Tips

7/1/2019 (Permalink)

The 4th Of July is Here! And so is SERVPRO of Mount Ehpraim / Bellmawr. 

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 18,500 fires a year are started from FIREWORKS! 

Bellow are a few tips to consider when celebrating with fireworks.

• Never allow young children to handle fireworks
• Older children should use them only under close adult supervision
• Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
• Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
• Never light them indoors
• Only use them away from people, houses and flammable material
• Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting
• Never ignite devices in a container
• Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks
• Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire.
• Have a fire extinguisher handy, just in case.
• Supervise children handling fireworks.
• Soak fireworks in a bucket of water before putting them in a trash can.
• Light the fireworks at arms length and then stand back.
• Do not attempt to re-shoot fire works that did not initially fire.

SERVPRO of Mount Ephraim / Bellmawr wants you to stay safe!  Enjoy the parties, barbeques, and celebrations.  We are here if you need us.  Call 856-349-7318