Schiller & Hamilton - August 2019

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Teach fire safety. When you build a fire, especially with kids, teach them about fire safety. This includes building the fire itself. Pick a spot away from brush and overhanging branches and create a pit surrounded by rocks. Before lighting a fire, have a bucket of water and a shovel nearby so you can quickly extinguish it when ready. Finally, remember to only build a fire as big as you need. A larger fire can be difficult to manage and keep under control. Keep an eye on the sky. Weather can change at a moment’s notice, and sometimes, it doesn’t give notice at all. Keep a close eye on the sky and monitor the weather on a radio. If a storm appears, seek shelter immediately and stay out of low-lying areas. When you’re in mountainous

While summer is winding down, families are looking to go on a few end- of-season adventures, camping trips included. Before you head out into the wilderness with your family, it’s important to be prepared. In fact, “be prepared” is the best piece of advice when it comes to braving the great outdoors. But what does being prepared entail? Here are four key tips. Have a first-aid kit nearby. A good rule of thumb is to keep one in your car at all times. You never know when you’ll need it. Kids may get a few bumps and scrapes while out hiking, or you might encounter poisonous plants, such as poison ivy or poison oak. Having quick access to cold water, soap, antiseptics (hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol), and calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream can keep infections at bay.

Commuter Conundrum Get to School Safely With These Tips

As the sun starts to set on summer, families and teachers are preparing to head back to school. As your kids organize their new folders and pencils, don’t forget to make a plan for their commute to and from school. Follow these commuting safety tips for an easy start to the school year.

WALKERS AND BIKERS

Walking and biking to school can be healthy and environmentally friendly options, but these commuting activities also come with unique dangers. Advise your children about the rules of the road, and prior to starting school, walk or bike your child’s route with them. Teach your kids that bicyclists should always wear a helmet, use hand signals, and wear bright-colored clothing. Pedestrians should be wary of vehicles, avoid talking on the phone or texting, and look both ways before crossing the street.

BUS RIDERS

There’s an easy trick to teaching your kids about bus safety: Remind them that the same rules they have to follow in a car apply on the bus too. They should wear their seatbelts if the bus has any, shouldn’t stand or walk around while the bus is moving, and remain seated forward. In addition, teach your children to wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before boarding or unloading, and they should look for the driver’s go-ahead when crossing the street. You can practice these safe riding tips by hopping on your local transit bus line this summer!

DRIVERS

Driving is a rite of passage for most teens. Today, phone apps can help parents monitor their teen’s driving habits, but as your teenager settles in behind the wheel, remind them of important safety measures. These include avoiding distractions, like texting, eating, or talking on the phone, and being mindful of pedestrians. In addition, remind them to follow buses at a safe distance and to stop for a bus’s stop sign. Despite taking precautions, commuting can still be dangerous. If an accident leaves you or a loved one injured this school season, our legal experts at Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm can help you get the proper compensation from the insurance company. Inquire about your case by calling 1.855.973.1206 or visit SchillerHamilton.com for more information.

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