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How to Do a Background Check

by Carolyn

Unfortunately, we live in an age where people can’t always be relied upon for their honesty. In some cases, it may be necessary to check identification information, references and other information before building a relationship with a person. Doing a background check can be an effective way to help build trust with a new individual, and to keep your own interests safe. For example, many parents often do a thorough background check on a potential nanny before hiring them to…

Smoke Detector – How It Works

by Carolyn

It’s estimated that around 60% of fire-related deaths occur in homes that do not currently have a working smoke detector. Installing a smoke detector is one of the best (and least expensive) ways that you can protect your family from a potential fire. Most smoke alarms are fairly inexpensive, and installing a smoke detector may sometimes qualify you for a reduction in your home’s fire insurance rate. To understand how a smoke detector works, you first have to understand the…

Sunscreen

by Carolyn

Clare Oliver was a typical 19-year old girl, who enjoyed going to the beach and shopping with her friends. However, when she saw an advertisement – “Pay for 10 tanning sessions, and get 10 free!” her interest was piqued. Clare purchased the tanning package, and began going to tan at her local salon. The tanning attendant told her that the best way to get tan quickly, was to come in every other day, and use “speed cream”. Clare took her…

Tips for Choosing a Gun Safe

by Carolyn

It’s a largely accepted fact that the invention of traditional firearms could not have been accomplished without Chinese research. In the 9th century, several Chinese alchemists were on the hunt for an elixir of immortality. By combining saltpeter and sulfur, these alchemists discovered that they could create a highly flammable substance. In the 11th century, the first documented recipes for gunpowder began to appear, which were used to create grenades, incendiary bombs, fire arrows and mines. By the end of the 12th…

Full Body Scanners FAQ

by Carolyn

On Christmas Day in 2009, a terrorist attempted to blow up Northwest Airlines Flight 253, with plastic explosives that were sewn into his pants. Dubbed the “Underwear Bomber”, this incident sparked a flurry of activity for the TSA (Transportation Security Administration). Measures were taken to tighten security, in order to avoid having any other explosives ever make it past security checkpoints. One of the security measures that has recently been subject to a lot of controversy, is the “Full Body Scanners”…

Keeping Your Home Safe During a Power Outage

by Carolyn

In today’s society, we depend on electrical power for most of our everyday needs. We use it to obtain water, heat our food, take showers and run electrical appliances. However, when the power goes out, it’s important to be familiar with how to keep your home and family safe. If you are unprepared for a power outage, it can be more than just an inconvenience. Here are a few simple tips to help you to keep your home and family safe…

Keeping Your Community Safe – Time Banking

by Carolyn

If you are looking for ways to make your community a safer place, you may want to consider looking into time banking. Time banking is a relatively new concept that takes the element of community and utilizes it to create a type of currency system. Through time banking, it’s possible to instill a sense of coherency in your community, simultaneously making it a safer place to live with your family. What is Time Banking? The concept of time banking revolves around…

How to Make a Disaster Recovery Plan With Your Family

by Carolyn

When an emergency occurs, it’s natural to feel scared, disoriented and panicked. However, something many people don’t consider is how their children will deal with a disaster. The catastrophic earthquake in Haiti was an extremely tragic reminder of how important it is to be prepared, both for you and your loved ones. Even if you don’t live an area that is prone to natural disasters, it’s highly recommended that you take the time to make a disaster recovery plan with…

How to Make a Family Earthquake Kit

by Carolyn

According to the American Red Cross, a family that has an earthquake preparedness kit is in a much better position to survive a disaster. Even though it’s possible that an earthquake won’t occur in your area, it’s still highly recommended that you take measures to get you and your family prepared, just in case. The safety of the members of your household should always be your first priority. Here is a general guide for constructing a Family Earthquake Kit, sorted…

Charity Fraud – How To Avoid It

by Carolyn

With the recent earthquake in Haiti, many people are looking for ways that they can help. Charitable organizations around the world are mobilizing to provide food, water, shelter, medical supplies and emergency care for the victims of the catastrophic 7.0 earthquake. However, just like with any crisis, there are organizations and individuals who are seeking to profit from the well-meaning efforts of others. That being said, how can you recognize a legitimate charity from a fraudulent organization? Here are some…

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Safety

How to Do a Background Check

Smoke Detector – How It Works

Sunscreen

Tips for Choosing a Gun Safe

Full Body Scanners FAQ

Keeping Your Home Safe During a Power Outage

Keeping Your Community Safe – Time Banking

How to Make a Disaster Recovery Plan With Your Family

How to Make a Family Earthquake Kit

Charity Fraud – How To Avoid It

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