Tips for Home Eye Safety

·  Always use guards on all power equipment.
·  Regular eyeglasses do not provide enough protection. You should always wear safety glasses or goggles to protect your eyes from flying particles.
·  Do not mix cleaning agents.
·  Read and follow all manufacturer instructions and warning labels.
·  Wear chemical safety goggles when using hazardous solvents and detergents, and also when using fertilizers and pesticides.
·  Keep paints, pesticides, fertilizers and similar products properly stored in a secure area.
·  Inspect and remove debris from lawns while mowing.
·  Keep your tools in good condition; damaged tools should be repaired or replaced.
·  Beware of items in playgrounds and play areas that pose potential eye hazards.
·  Keep BB guns away from kids.
·  Avoid flying toys and projectile firing toys; these pose a danger to all children, particularly those less than five years old.
·  Avoid toys with sharp or rigid points, shafts, spikes, rods and dangerous edges.
·  Pad or cushion sharp corners and edges of furnishings and home fixtures.
·  Provide lights and handrails to improve safety on stairs.