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This Old House provides tips on a wide range of topics, including hurricane and storm preparation, fire safety, workshop safety, carbon-monoxide prevention, home security, childproofing, universal design, and more

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11 Common Holiday Hazards and How to Avoid Them

Keep the "happy" in "happy holidays" by making sure your don't fall victim to these common (but preventable) Christmas dangers… more

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WORKSHOP Safety

Safety Tips Every DIYer Should Know

More WORKSHOP Safety:: Cover Your Eyes With Safety Glasses; Second Annual Black-and-Blue Thumb Awards; Workshop Safety for Kids; Easy First Aid for Household Injuries; Safety Glasses; 3 Simple Ladder-Safety Tips

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FIRE Safety

How to Prep Your Fireplace for the Cold Season

More FIRE Safety:: Fire Safety and Prevention Checklist; Home Fireworks Safety; Life-Saving Fire Prevention Products; Smarter Smoke Alarms; Stovetop Fire Safety; Fire Pit Safety

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STORM Safety

Best Ways to Deal with Storm Water

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FAMILY Safety

Home Inspection Nightmares XXVI

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Safety & Prevention Tip

Add soft-surfacing to playgrounds and play areas to soften the blow of accidental falls from monkey bars or swings. Anchor play sets and set them on a level surface to reduce the risk of tipovers.—Child Safety in the Home