BEACH SAFTEY TIPS:

• Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a protection factor of at least 15 and be sure to reapply throughout the day.
• Be sure to drink plenty of water.
• Protect your eyes. Wear sunglasses that absorb 100 percent of UV sunlight.
• Protect your feet from hot sand, glass, and other sharp objects.
• Swim at a lifeguarded beach, and stay within the designated swimming areas.

HIGHWAY SAFETY:

• Buckle seat belts, observe speed limits.
• Do not drink and drive.
• Pay full attention to the road – don’t use a cell phone to call or text.
• Use caution in work zones.
• Clean the vehicle’s lights and windows to help the driver see, especially at night.
• Turn the headlights on as dusk approaches, or during inclement weather.

FIREWORKS SAFETY:

• Never give fireworks to small children, and always follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution.
• Make sure the person lighting fireworks wears eye protection.
• Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight "a dud."
• Never throw or point a firework towards people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials.

GRILLING SAFETY:

• Always supervise a barbecue grill when in use.
• Never grill indoors – not in the house, camper, tent, or any enclosed area.
• Make sure everyone, including the pets, stays away from the grill.
• Keep the grill out in the open, away from the house, the deck, tree branches, or anything that could catch fire.
• Use the long-handled tools specially made for cooking on the grill to keep the chef safe.