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Harder - Safety involves being careful in order to prevent an accident or risk that could cause harm or injury. Acting responsibly in dangerous situations can sometimes save a life. For example, every family should have a plan for escaping their house in case of a fire. Other preparation involves safety equipment such as using a safety device on a gun, wearing a life preserver when boating, or wearing a seat belt in a car.
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The survey was commissioned by the Home Safety Council and polled adults in 20 metropolitan cities to better understand the home safety perceptions and practices in place across the nation. When asked about fire prevention practices, more than 90 percent of respondents said they had not conducted a home fire drill at night - a key step in testing each family member's ability to wake up and respond properly to the sound of the smoke alarm. Also causing alarm, the survey found that nearly 80 percent of adults did not know to test their smoke alarms once a month - the frequency recommended by the Home Safety Council.
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March is Poison Prevention Month and the Home Safety Council urges families to take steps to protect against poisonings. From safely storing household chemicals to posting the Poison Control Hotline Number, HSC research shows that most families are not taking the proper measures to reduce the risk of home poisonings.
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