{"id":207,"date":"2021-12-14T08:30:03","date_gmt":"2021-12-14T13:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.specialtylifeinsurance.ca\/?p=207"},"modified":"2024-07-12T08:27:15","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T08:27:15","slug":"holiday-safety-tips-for-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms2.dmatrixsoft.com\/sli-blog\/2021\/12\/14\/holiday-safety-tips-for-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Safety Tips for 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

The holidays can absolutely be a fun time of year: festive celebrations, catching up with friends and family, countless markets, events, and hot cocoa - what isn\u2019t there to love?<\/span><\/p>\n

This year, as many folks return to in-person events after almost two years of social distancing, you should be aware of some hidden dangers related to the holidays that can pose a hazard to your health and safety. And while accidental <\/span>death insurance coverage<\/span><\/a> can be a crucial piece of financial planning, the goal is not to have to use it, after all.<\/span><\/p>\n

Below are four tips to keep in mind to help ensure a safe holiday season and to start off next year in one piece and on the right foot.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Christmas tree fires<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. COVID-19<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Slip & fall accidents<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Motor vehicle accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Christmas Tree Fires<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Every year, <\/span>Christmas tree fires<\/span><\/a> are reported in homes that have live trees. While it may not seem obvious, Christmas trees are powerful fuel sources, especially when dry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    A fireplace, candles or a heater, can quickly cause your tree to ignite. <\/span>A tree that is dry is more prone to catching fire.<\/span><\/p>\n

    To help ensure your home remains Christmas tree fire-free, select a tree with fresh, green needles, water it daily, and keep ignition sources away from your tree.<\/span><\/p>\n

    2. COVID-19<\/span><\/h2>\n

    For many, this may be the first holiday season spent in-person since 2019. Now coming up to almost two years, COVID-19 isn\u2019t new news at this point. Many people find themselves dealing with pandemic fatigue and have grown laxer with social distancing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Per a <\/span>recent study done by Leger<\/span><\/a>, nearly half of Canadians are now ready to forego social distancing at social events. Additionally, 49% of Canadians confessed they were not afraid of catching the virus.<\/span><\/p>\n

    While vaccination has brought protection and peace of mind - and with it, perhaps, complacency - it\u2019s important to continue to take precautions against COVID-19.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Do keep in mind new virus variants are being discovered, continually rising cases, and the old, young, and immune-compromised around us. Social distancing, mask-wearing, and frequent hand washing\/sanitizing are still a part of the daily actions we should be taking in order to do our part in minimizing the spread of COVID-19.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3. Slip & fall accidents<\/span><\/h2>\n

    As we listen to catchy (if not repetitive) jingles of \u201cLet It Snow,\u201d be mindful of the potential dangers that the snow, ice, and slush bring with it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Do:<\/span><\/p>\n