43 - Wednesday, November 30, 1988 —- North Shore News Holiday se season can bring safety hazards IN THE hectic holiday season, adults often get caught up in the hustle aad bustle of Christmas, rushing to prepare for parties, shopping and festivities. But with added holiday activity come added hazards, especially for children in the family. Here are some tips from the experts on how to avoid accidents during the fun- filled holiday season. © Plastic bags — often used in gift wrapping and packaging — should be stored behind locked cabinets or in closets to avoid possible suf- focation. ® Special care should also be taken when waxing or mopping kitchen floors in preparation for the big holiday party. Protect children from needless falls on wet or soapy surfaces. Mop up spills or grease im- mediately, and make sure floor mats have a non-skid backing to prevent sliding when walked upon. For toddlers, gates or enclosures should be installed wherever stairs or doors are located. © In the rush of holiday prepara- tions, it is easy to forget that children are naturally curious. All medicine cabinets should be lock- ed, even if dangerous substances aren’t stored there. Aspirin, deodorants in all forms, nail polish remover, cosmetics, cologne, and hair spray — ail items that may be accidentally !eft out in the bathroom counter dur- ing the rush to get ready to go out ~~ are all poisonous. ® The same caution applies to all sharp objects. Razors, blades and glass containers should also be secured well out of children’s reach. : © Children should not be left alone unattended when parents are draw- ing water for their own baths. ds are caused when children accidentally fall i..o hot water or turn on hot water. © Children should not be left un- supervised in the kitchen. During the holiday baking, the kitchen presents an especially at- tractive play area — and it is one fraught with hazards. Electric food processors, toasters, blenders and juicers THE QUIET. REVOLUTION. IN DISHWASHERS : quality should be seen and not heard. © So quiet you can answer the phone while it’s running. ® Patented triple filtration system eliminates hand rinsing. # Even heavily soiled dishes come sparkling clean. @ The standard of dishwasher quality. SEE KitchenAid. BUY WiTH CON NFIDENCE IF YOU FIND iO ADVERND. E HOME FURNISHINGS Warehouse/Showroom OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (2 biks. behind the Avalon) at ‘ore Roosevelt Cres.. N. Van. A 12:2 5, 985-8738 | should be unplugged when not in use — even if it is only for a minute — to prevent curious children from possibly getting hurt. © Be sure to store sharp appliance blades where children are unable to reach them. © Other potentially dangerous ob- jects used in gift wrapping or holi- day decorating — tacks, needles, pins, scissors and keys — should be safely stored away from children who might cut or prick themselves. *Christmas tree decorations should be shatterproof plastic to prevent injury should children knock them off the tree. ¢Christmas tree stands, too, should be sturdy and well main- tained to prevent the tree from toppling, possibly falling on or in- juring nearby children. The best measure for preventing accidents is by being prepared for them as much as possible. Post a list of emergency numbers next to the telephone in case of accident or poisoning. Following safety guidelines and keeping a watch on babies and young children at al! times — especially during Christmas — will help ensure a safer infancy and childhood. FOR SOMEONE SPECTAL... _ Opens Your Choice 8 a.m. to > Midnight. ALL LOCATIONS “TDAYSA WEEK oii Get relief from Vancouver’ Ss High Food Prices at all SAVE-ON -FOODS BURNABY 6100 McKAY AVE. STATION SQUARE AT METROTOWN RICHMOND 6200 ACKROYD RD. 8 A.M. TOMIDNIGHT ~ 7 DAYS AWEEK 8A.M. TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYS A WEEK WHALLEY 10312 KINGGEO.HWY. LANGLEY 20151 FRASER HWY. 8 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYSAWEEK 8 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYS A WEE TLAM PINETREE VILLAGE TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYS A WEEK 46020 YALE RD. .TO MIONIGHT — 6 DAYS A WEEK £D SUNOA' 120th ST. NORTH DELTA - 8 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYS A WEEK N. VANCOUVER 8 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT 7 DAYS A WEEK PARK & TILFORD NORTH VAN 333 BROOKSBANK AVENUE 8AM. TO MIDNIGHT — 7 DAYS A WEEK 1250 MARINE DR.