Did you know that June is National Safety Month? National Safety Month is the National Safety Council's effort to reach their goal of saving an "additional 10,000 lives and prevent 1 million injuries" by 2014. [source] Visit the display in the Youth Services section of the library for more information.Some things to keep in mind so that you stay safe this summer:
- When riding your bike, know and follow all trafic rules! Learn hand signals for turning left and right, ride with traffic, and wear reflective clothing and a helmet.
- Always supervise children near water. In 2005, there were 3,582 fatal unintentional downings in the United States, averaging ten deaths per day. [source]
- Limit time in the sun. Too much sun can mean sunstroke. If you need to be outside in the heat, wear a hat and sunscreen and reapply frequently. Drink lots of water!
- Next month, July 4th brings fun things like fireworks and sparklers. Parents, please supervise all children!
- Centers for Disease Control - Home and Recreational Safety
- KidsHealth
- Santa Clara Police Department
- National Safety Month
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