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Memorial Day Safety Checklist

The following safety checklist was obtained through The Villages Community Development Districts Risk Management.

– Never leave a grill or fire unattended, be mindful of the wind and extinguish all fires completely.

– Do not grill indoors, keep grills, bonfires and fire pits away from low-hanging branches and materials that can easily catch fire.

– Never swim alone and try to stay within eyesight of a lifeguard station.

– Do not go swimming, tubing or boating after sunset.

– Wear SFP 15 or higher sunscreen, apply it 30 minutes before exposure and reapply every 2 hours.

– Use sunglasses and a hat to protect your eyes while celebrating outdoors. 

– Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade or indoors as often as possible.

– If you or a family member feels faint or nauseous, move to a cool place immediately and apply cold compresses to help lower body temperature.

– Always wear seat belts and make sure child car seats are properly installed.

– Have your car serviced before a long trip.

– Never drink and drive or allow yourself or anyone else to get into a car with someone who has been drinking.

– Keep a fire extinguisher nearby when using grills or fire pits. 

– Cook all meat thoroughly, especially chicken, beef and pork. 

– Keep perishables cool.

– Wear a properly fitting US Coast Guard approved life jacket when on a boat.

– Avoid alcohol when swimming, boating or tubing.

– Designate an adult watcher/lifeguard to keep an eye on children in pools, rivers, at the beach or even in hot tubs.

Please stay safe this Memorial Day.