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Safety
There are dozens of simple things
you can do yourself -- at little or no cost -- to safeguard
your family and property against common hazards.
While you can't prevent all bad things
from happening, you can prevent quite a few. Invest a little
time now and you could save yourself from both heartache and
financial pain.
We've gathered useful information
to help you enjoy your home to the fullest - to make your
home a safe haven in this sometimes dangerous world. You'll
find everything from "how-to" guides and emergency
checklists to tips
on preventing crime. Topics include:
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Preparing for severe weather
> Fire
safety
> Water
damage
> Theft
prevention
> Making
a home inventory
> Getting
to school safely
We've also added links to a national
weather service so you can get the latest information
about severe weather in your area. It's yet another popular
feature of MyGreatHome.com - the site for owners of mobile
and manufactured homes. Be safe and enjoy life!
General Safety Tips and Standard Precautions
Your family's safety is our first priority.
That's why it's important to call a professional whenever
you have the slightest doubt about your ability to repair
or eliminate a safety hazard at home.
Here are some other important precautions
to remember:
Electrical hazards - Never attempt
to repair your home's fuse box, circuit breaker or other high-voltage
electrical systems. One false move could cost you your life.
Call a professional electrician instead.
Furnace and hot water heaters -
Most manufactured homes are heated by natural gas or propane.
These are highly combustible gases that can cause serious
injury and even death when not handled properly. If you suspect
that your furnace or hot-water heater has a gas leak, open
the windows immediately, get your family to a safe location.
Call the authorities from another location and report the
gas leak immediately.
Fire emergencies - Don't try
to save personal belongings in the event of a house fire.
Get your family to safety and call the fire department. Resist
the temptation to go back into your home to rescue a favorite
possession. Property can be replaced - your life cannot.
Severe weather - Waiting too
long to find shelter is the biggest mistake people can make
when it comes to severe weather. If the weather forecaster
announces a tornado warning in your area, seek shelter immediately.
Don't wait for another update or a call from a neighbor. If
a hurricane is headed toward your area, evacuate to a safe
location as soon as possible. Never try to "ride out"
a storm.
Find
out more!
For more safety information, or a no-obligation
quote, contact your authorized Foremost Insurance agent. For
the name of the authorized agent nearest you, call 1-800-237-6136.
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