Tinsel, Turkey, Elf and Safety – Christmas Health and Safety Tips

Don’t let ‘elf and safety’ spoil your Christmas – Follow Michelle’s 12 Days of Christmas health and safety tips for a healthy and safe Christmas

1. Smoke Alarms – check that they work, they save lives
2. Doors – close them all before you go to bed (stops the spread of fire)
3. Ladders – Check they are in good repair
4. Lofts – Beware of low beams, wires and nails in the loft when getting down the decorations (especially if you’ve got no hair on your head to cushion the impact!!)
5. Indoor and Outdoor Lights – Should be CE marked and in good condition before you plug them in. Turn them all off before bed! 
6. Candles – Keep them away from curtains, children and fabrics. Don’t forget to blow them out when you leave the house / go to bed. 
7. Christmas Trees – Site them away from radiators and fireplaces
8. Fire Blanket / Extinguisher – Have either handy and know what to do with them in the event of a fire.
9. Sockets – don’t overload sockets and extension leads
10. The Turkey – don’t rinse a raw turkey. Do wash your hands, utensils and surfaces after handling a raw turkey and make sure it’s cooked through before serving.
11. Christmas spirit – don’t get distracted from the cooking & let your potatoes boil dry
12. Travelling – don’t drink ad drive. Watch out for the sherry trifle & brandy butter!

Wishing you all a happy, healthy and safe Christmas.

Best wishes for the New Year

Michelle