People with fair skin are most susceptible burns caused by the sun (or tanning lamp). But no matter the skin type, the harmful effects of these burns can be sustained by anyone.

Prevention is the best solution. Don't stay outdoors too long and never leave tender skin exposed for more than a few minutes at a time. Wear a light, sun repellent cover over bathing suits or other light clothing. Always keep your head and eyes protected.

Sunburns:

Sunburns can be very serious. Ranging from mild discomfort to severe burning over a large portion of the body, a bad sunburn can also be further complicated by heatstroke. Children can be more susceptible to sunburns that adults. So please remember to use a sun block or sun screen. Ask at a drug store if your not sure what type to buy or use for children.

During The Summer Season, Think Fire Safety!

When cooking outdoors, the following procedure should always be taken:

	Ensure you use proper care with propane tanks.
	Open you BBQ lid before turning on the propane and keep children and pets away when lighting.
	Do not allow children or pets to play near or around a lit BBQ.
	Read your instruction manual carefully before using your BBQ and keep it clean and in good condition.
	Keep flammable liquids away from live coals so as to avoid explosions and burns.
	Keep children safely away from the barbecue fire.
	Use charcoal electric starter of an approved type or chemicals in cake form to start your charcoal fire.
	Never use gasoline, naphta or other such flammable materials.
	Never add fire starter after you have started your barbecue to speed a slow or rekindle a dying fire.
	Tuck dry kindling under coals.
	Make sure the BBQ stand is level and steady. keep a water container nearby when the coal is burning.
	When cooking is over, soak the coals so to prevent their re-ignition.
	Never keep damp or wet charcoal in an unventilated area due to the dangers of spontaneous combustion that can result from drying.

Summer Pet Safety Tips

As temperatures remain warm, it's very important that your household pets are well-cared for and not left to fend for themselves in potentially life-threatening situations. Overheating can kill a pet within minutes so read on to learn how to keep your pets safe throughout the warm weather of the season.

Summer Safety Quiz....

Take the summer safety quiz from the Canada Safety Council and see how you do...Click Here (this will open a new window to an external link)