Thursday, 13 December 2018

Celebrate 12 Days Of Holiday Safety - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday December 13th, 2018 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday December 13th, 2018 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck


This week we focus on:  Celebrate 12 Days Of Holiday Safety
Celebrate 12 Days Of Holiday Safety

Released on December 7, 2018

"To ensure you and your family stay safe this December, Ministry of Government Relations urges you to take part in their 12 Days of Holiday Safety campaign.
“The holiday season is a time of joy and a few common sense decisions can keep your celebrations safe,” Government Relations Minister Warren Kaeding said.  “By following these safety tips, you’ll be able to identify and reduce the risk of common fire and safety hazards in your home.”

Assistant Deputy Minister of Public Safety Duane McKay agrees.

“It only takes seconds for a fire to start because of lit candles left unattended, over-taxed electrical cords or a boiling pot left unwatched,” McKay said.  “The gift of a safe celebration in your home may be the most important gift your family and friends receive this year.”

This December, the ministry will post a holiday safety tip each day on the Government of Saskatchewan’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Follow the 12 Days of Holiday Safety campaign to learn more about:

• Day 1: Christmas Tree Care
• Day 2: Safe Use of Christmas Lights
• Day 3: Smoke Alarm Installation and Testing
• Day 4: Home Fire Escape Planning
• Day 5: Safe Use of Extension Cords
• Day 6: Fireplace and Wood Stove Safety
• Day 7: Matches and Lighters
• Day 8: Unattended Lit Candles
• Day 9: Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation and Testing
• Day 10: Careless Smoking
• Day 11: Fire Risks from Space Heaters
• Day 12: Distracted Cooking

A fact sheet listing all 12 topics and their safety tips is also available online at http://www.publications.gov.sk.ca/redirect.cfm?p=92547&i=109560.

If you haven’t already, you should download the SaskAlert app onto your mobile phone.  SaskAlert is Saskatchewan’s emergency alerting system that provides real-time information on emergencies as they occur so you will be able to take action to protect yourself, your family and your property.  You can set the SaskAlert app to notify you of critical and emergency advisory alerts for any or all locations in the province.

For more information or to download the app, visit www.SaskAlert.ca.

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For more information, contact:

Kathy Goldfinch, Government Relations, Regina
Phone: 306-787-2687   Email: kathy.goldfinch@gov.sk.ca





Give the gift of safety this season by following the tips below as part of your 12 Days of Holiday Safety.



Go to https://youtu.be/_YvHr_tUMxw  to watch this video demonstrating how quickly your Christmas tree can catch on fire.

 Day 1: Christmas Tree Care

If you are using a real tree this season, buy a fresh tree, trim its base and keep the base of the trunk in water at all times. Improperly cared-for trees can quickly ignite.

Keep your real tree at least one metre away from any ignition source like a candle, space heater or fireplace. After the season is over, place it in the garbage or dispose of it through a tree mulch program. 

If you use an artificial tree, ensure it is labeled flame resistant. As well, all tree decorations should be flame resistant or non-combustible.

Day 2: Safe Use of Christmas Lights

Only buy Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved lights. Before using, check to see if your lights have broken sockets, frayed or damaged wiring or loose connections. Throw out any damaged lights. 

Only use indoor lights indoors and outdoor lights outdoors. Never use electric lights on a metallic tree; you may be electrocuted if you touch a tree with faulty lights. Securely fasten outdoor lights using insulated staples or specially-designed light hooks. 

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the number of light strands that can be safely connected to a single outlet. When you leave the house or go to bed, shut off all indoor Christmas lights. 



 Day 3: Smoke Alarm Installation and Testing

Install a CSA-approved working smoke alarm on every level of your home and outside all sleeping areas according to the manufacturer’s directions.  

Test your smoke alarms monthly to ensure they are working. Replace any faulty smoke alarms. Also replace any alarms that are 10 years old or older.

  

Day 4: Home Fire Escape Planning

Plan two ways out of your home from every room so you can still leave quickly in the event one route is blocked by fire. Designate a spot outside where all family members will gather after evacuating.

Practice your home fire escape plan with all members of your household at least once a year. Provide help to younger children or older adults who may need assistance to evacuate. 

Tell any guests about your home fire escape plan and ensure they know all exits in your home.



 Day 5: Safe Use of Extension Cords

Buy only CSA-approved extension cords. Only use an extension cord as a temporary connection. 

Before using, check your cord and plug-in for damage. Throw out any faulty cords. 

Cords should never be placed under rugs. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the number of light strands it is safe to connect to a single outlet.



Day 6: Fireplace and Wood Stove Safety

Have qualified professionals install and maintain your fireplace or wood stove. Inspect in and around your fireplace or stove for damage before using. If damage is present, call a qualified professional to repair. 

When using a fireplace or wood stove, ensure there is a fresh air supply into your home. Use only seasoned and dry wood. Never use gasoline or other flammable liquid to start a fire. Do not burn your Christmas tree, wrapping paper or cardboard boxes. Use a fireplace screen control sparks.

Keep flammable objects like holiday decorations, stockings, Christmas cards, etc. at least one metre away from your fireplace or wood stove. Implement a one metre “kid-free zone” to prevent accidental burns.

Never leave your fire unattended. Place spent ashes in a metal container with a lid and store outside, away from flammable materials.



 Day 7: Matches and Lighters

Never allow children access to matches or lighters. Keep out of reach, preferably in a high, locked cabinet.

If matches and lighters are present, keep them on your person.  Closely supervise children so they do not accidentally play with the lighter or matches. Use the opportunity to teach them about fire safety. 

Adults should display good fire safety behavior; use and dispose of matches and lighters in a safe manner. 



Day 8: Unattended Lit Candles

Never use lighted candles on a tree or near other evergreens. Do not place a lit candle in high traffic areas, near windows, blinds or curtains and in areas where children or pets could knock them over.

Use caution when carrying a lit candle. Place lit candles where they will not be knocked down. Always use a sturdy, non-flammable candle holder big enough to collect dripping wax. 

Extinguish all lit candles when you leave the room, when you go to sleep or when the candle flame is within five centimetres of the holder’s edge or decorative material.

 Day 9: Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation and Testing

Install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms according to manufacturer directions and test alarms monthly.

Replace any CO alarm more than seven years old.

To reduce the risk of CO exposure, ensure your natural gas appliances are properly installed, maintained and inspected by a licensed gas contractor. Ensure a fresh air supply into your home if using a fireplace or wood stove. Also check your outside vents throughout the year to remove any snow or ice build-up.

Day 10: Careless Smoking

Provide large deep ashtrays for smokers or better yet, ask smokers to smoke outside. 

Spent matches and cigarette butts should be wetted before they are thrown into the garbage. Never extinguish your match or cigarette in the dirt of a potted plant since mulch in the dirt could smoulder and light. 

Never smoke in bed or when tired.

Remind smokers to keep their smoking materials with them so young children do not play with them.  

  Day 11: Fire Risks from Space Heaters

Have a one metre “kid-free zone” around your space heater to prevent accidental burns.

Be sure all controls and emergency shutoffs are in proper working condition. If not, call a qualified professional to repair.

Operate the portable space heater according to manufacturer’s directions. Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the manufacturer for fuel-burning space heaters.

Turn off portable space heaters (and unplug if appropriate) when you leave the room or go to sleep. 



Day 12: Distracted Cooking 

Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking. If you have to leave, turn off the stove. 

Keep anything that can catch fire — oven mitts, paper towels, wooden utensils and packaging — away from your stovetop. 

Have a one metre “kid-free zone” around your stove to prevent accidental burns.

If grease in a pot or pan catches fire, smother the flames by covering the pan with a lid, then turn off the heat. Never throw water on a grease fire. If you are unable to put out the fire, get everyone out of the house and call 911.
Around Preeceville this fall: Safety - New down town sidewalks are done, pavement done from Midtown to the Water treatment station. Lions are working on their trail project around the town. This year work is ongoing on the North side of the town along the ski trails and old nature trails. 
All will improve safety when driving, walking or hiking the trails in Preeceville. Great work everyone! 



Events:

 - Ongoing

- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace 
Minimum Jack-Pot is now at a $6,578.00
Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


- The Town of Preeceville is pleased to announce the opening of Preeceville Dental. The clinic is now accepting new patients from across the Parkland area. The phone number is 306-547-1555 and the address is 27 Main St North, which is the Library building in downtown Preeceville.


Bingo

​606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee is excited to be bringing BINGO back to Preeceville. Next Bingo is Dec 13th, 2018 at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.
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 Walking Club

Too cold to go for a walk outside? Join other walkers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:00-10:00 am at the Preeceville Community Legion Hall for the months of November thru to April. For more info contact Jackie at 306-547-2842.
Mushers

The 20th Annual Mushers Rendezvous will be held February 1-3, 2019!  This world-class dogsledding event features six-dog and ten-dog races that start and finish by the Preeceville Arena.
This event is a significant fundraiser for the community and proceeds from the event will be used to purchase equipment at the Preeceville and District Health Centre.  Funds raised at the 2018 event were used to purchase 2 ceiling lifts, an alternating air mattress and a water cooler for the Preeceville and District Health Centre.  Thanks to all the supporters, volunteers and sponsors!!!
Other attractions that take place over the Mushers Rendezvous weekend include a Friday night talent show, delicious suppers, pancake breakfast, & Saturday night dance...this year featuring live entertainment by Kendra Kay.
Other exciting events will be taking place to celebrate 20 years of Mushers Rendezvous fundraising and community support so please follow Preeceville & District Mushers' Rendezvous on Facebook!​

- Check out the new look on our town web site. It goods great and it's easily to follow all of our events and programs.

 - And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca


Follow the Mayor on the town site at http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=65&cid=6 follow me on blogspot at http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/























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