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FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MARCH 2022 31 Greetings friends. The following are issues the Safety Committee has been addressing: PROJECTS IN THE WORKS: • Installation of handrails in the Amphitheater. • Continued evaluation and completion of safety suggestions identified for The Lodge, The Summit, and The Courts. • Proposed installation of Stop Signs on Green Creek Trail. • Proposed scheduling of CPR/AED training this spring. Spring Forward and Review Your Safety Checklist Daylight saving time begins every year on the second Sunday in March. We "lose" an hour when the clocks are set forward (except in Hawaii and Arizona), and for many, that means a tired couple of days as our bodies adjust. The consequences of fatigue can be serious, so plan accordingly. It's also a good time to review the following safety checklist: SMOKE ALARMS Three out of every five home fire deaths result from fire in homes with no smoke alarms, according to the National Fire Protection Association. As a good practice, test your smoke alarms every month, and replace the battery at least once a year. If the alarm makes a "chirping" sound, replace the battery immediately. Smoke alarms should be in every bedroom and in the common areas on each floor of a home. They should be mounted at least 10 feet from the stove to reduce false alarms, less than 12 inches from the ceiling, and away from windows, doors, and ducts. Be sure to purchase smoke alarms with the label of a reputable testing agency, like Underwriters Laboratories (UL). CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS Anything that burns fuel can potentially become a source of carbon monoxide (CO), an invisible, odorless gas that can kill. CO alarms should be installed in a central location outside each bedroom and on every level of the home. The safety tips for CO detectors mirror those of smoke alarms (i.e., change the batteries annually and test them monthly). Also, make sure vents for your gas appliances (fireplace, dryer, stove, and furnace) are free and clear of debris. EMERGENCY PLAN An emergency kit should include one gallon of water per day for each person, at least a three-day supply of food, flashlight and batteries, first aid kit, plastic sheeting and duct tape, and medicines. You can visit the FEMA website for a complete list. Your emergency plan should also include: • A communications plan to outline how your family members will contact one another and where to meet if it is safe to go outside. • A shelter-in-place plan if outside air is contaminated. FEMA recommends sealing windows, doors, and air vents with plastic sheeting. • A getaway plan including various routes and destinations in different directions. • Also, make sure your first-aid kit is updated. GET RID OF UNWANTED MEDICINES The National Safety Council recommends you take unwanted or expired medicines to a prescription drop box or "take-back" event near you. GETTING THE URGE TO CLEAN? With the warm weather comes a desire to shine and polish your home. Be sure to review the warning labels on the chemical product(s) to be used. Proper use of chemicals, required or recommended personal protective equipment, and proper disposal of the chemicals are important considerations to follow. As a reminder, Safety Committee meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 am in the RCN Conference Room. We encourage you to join the meeting should you have any concerns or if you would simply like an update on our ongoing safety projects. Also, please drop by if you are interested in joining the Safety Committee. All the best. ~ Frank Hilberg, hilberg frank@gmail.com Safety Committee

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