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So myopic reasoning Instead of banning them from driving cars inside the school, the management should utilize the opportunity and build a car park, place security there and collect parking fee of #100 or #200 thereby creating revenue for the institution.

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My personal experience with Ford edge.
I bought a naija used 07 ford edge in 2019 as my first car. I enjoyed the car at first but at some point couldn't keep up with d defects it was developing. That was because I gave a technician who didn't understand Ford vehicles.
I had the vehicle manual and decided to read it up, that's when I knew most technicians damage any make of vehicle by using the wrong lubricant for different components.
I stumbled on FEMTOPFORD on nairaland and he was dishing me with advises on phone for free, he advised me to always scan my vehicle before heading to the workshop. This prompted me to buy a hand obd scanner.
When my water pump failed and I had to bring down my engine to replace the water pump. After the repair I got fed up and put the car for sale.
I was later directed to a ford technician in Asaba who has expertise in ford over the years, walking into his workshop I was convinced cause I saw majorly ford cars and American cars in his workshop. He was also working on a water pump and he showed me how to loose the water pump without bringing down the engine.
After he drove my car, he advised me not to sell the vehicle or I will regret it. He said this is one of the vehicles that can withstand the bad roads in Asaba.
I decided to give the vehicle more time. I have noticed I have used the car with bad suspensions for a long time and even travelled a long distance with bad suspensions ( though I know it's a bad practice). I have not driven into a workshop other than when last I changed my engine oil.
Conclusion: I have decided to upgrade to a 2011- 2013 ford edge

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I use an 07 ford edge, I noticed engine compartment always hotter than normal if I drive. Diagnosed with my scanner and no error message on engine except bad O2 sensors and temperature guage does not rise above normal .

Every year, millions of people end up in the emergency room due to slipping and/or falling. While individuals of all ages are prone to falling and becoming injured, the likelihood of falling increases greatly with age.
Adults account for a large number of fall-related injuries that happen each year, and there are many things that may lead to a fall. Adults may be suffering from other age-related injuries or ailments, making it more likely that they become a victim of falling. Another aspect of aging that may increase the likelihood of falling is medication. Sedatives and antidepressants can create problems with balance, causing a senior to fall. Infants should also be taught on these hazards.

COMMON SLIP-AND-FALL RISKS IN BATHROOMS


The slip-and-fall risks in bathrooms are similar to those in other areas. These include:
Slippery Floors – owners seeking to keep their premises clean may overlook the need to place warning signs on recently cleaned floors. Tile floors are slippery when wet, and unsuspecting patrons can easily get hurt in a fall on a freshly mopped or waxed bathroom floor.
Puddles and Spills – Of course, when owners don’t keep their bathroom floors clean, this can create slip-and-fall risks as well. Puddles around sinks and commodes can cause sudden falls, as can soap spills and even loose paper towels.
Chips and Cracks – We’ve all been in public bathrooms that have seen better days. Loose, chipped, and cracked floor tiles are also potential fall hazards, and owners have a legal duty to fix dangerous maintenance issues before they lead to harmful accidents.

TIPS FOR AVOIDING PUBLIC BATHROOM FALLS
With these risks in mind, here are five tips to keep in mind to help keep yourself upright next time you need to make use of a public rest
1: Observe Warning Signs
If you see a “Caution” or “Slippery When Wet” sign, be aware that you may be approaching a slippery floor.
2: Think Your Shoes
Foot wears should have a good traction, are you wearing rubber-soled athletic shoes, or high-heel stilettos? If you are wearing slick or unstable shoes, keep in mind that you may be more likely to slip and fall.
3: Look Out for Obvious Hazards
Take the time to identify unsafe areas, while many slip-and-fall risks are difficult to spot, some may be obvious. If you see a puddle or a particularly shiny spot on the floor, try to walk around it if you can.
4: Avoid Creating Hazards
In addition to being respectful, leaving the bathroom how you found it can help you avoid slipping and falling on a hazard you helped to create. Ensure bathroom floor is dry to avoid slips and falls
5: Use non-slip mats in the shower and in the area outside the shower. Bathtubs and showers have a slippery bottom, providing non-slip mats will decrease the chance for a shower-related fall. Ensure non-slip mats are safe to use

6: Rid the bathroom of anything that a senior may trip over. This may include bathroom rugs that are not attached to the floor, as well as any decorative items that may be on the floor (magazine rack, trash can, etc.).

7: Add grab bars near the toilet and in the shower. The bathroom typically doesn’t have anything stable enough for a senior to grab if they feel dizzy or unbalanced, which results in grabbing things like the shower curtain and falling and becoming injured.
8: Use a raised toilet seat with grab bars.
9: Install a medical alert system. This can be done in a number of ways, and can even be as simple as putting a telephone or a press bell in the bathroom.
10: The bathtub should have a shower curtain – Pull it into a place to prevent water splashing on the floor.
11: Provide floor towel to avoid stepping into a slippery floor
12: Ensure everything you need is within reach so you wouldn’t have to stretch or unduly reach out to get your sponge, soap, towel etc
13: Ensure your bathroom has adequate illumination
14: Don’t place your legs on both rims or stand on one leg without adequate support



https://letslivesafe.com/post/bathroom_slip_and_fall_hazards__causes_and_prevention/

Driver fatigue can be a major factor in road traffic incidents, resulting in an estimated 20% of all road fatalities. Here we share our tips on preventing fatigue from ending your drive prematurely.
It’s easy to underestimate the effect fatigue can have on a driver. In fact, according to research driver fatigue is a major contributing factor in up to 20% of all road traffic fatalities – even more than drugs or alcohol.*
The primary cause of fatigue is clear: insufficient sleep – either short-term (less than 5 hours sleep in the last 24 hours) or long-term (less than 12 hours sleep in the last 48 hours and less than 50 hours sleep in the preceding week). Other contributing factors can also include a driver’s eating pattern, fitness and general health.
With many hours spent on the road driving long, straight roads at relatively constant speed, safe drivers know to be vigilant for signs of fatigue – especially between 2-5am, and during a ‘sleepy dip’ around 2pm.
Recognise the warning signs
Drivers suffering from fatigue may begin to exhibit a number of symptoms:
Poor verbal communication
Yawning and eye-rubbing
Irritability
Low concentration
Inattention
Taking shortcuts
Staring
Head nodding
Blinking eyes
Micro sleeps
Manage your fatigue
There’s no shortcut to managing fatigue – rolling down your window and turning up your radio won’t keep you focused if you’re suffering from fatigue. The only long-term solution is to plan for sufficient sleep – it’s recommended to aim for around 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep per night for most people.
Besides ensuring you get a good night’s sleep before a long journey, you can reduce the risk of developing fatigue by taking the following precautions:
Following a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise;
Ensuring you are medically fit, including seeing your doctor if you suspect you have sleep apnea – a disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep, leading to disturbed sleeping patterns;
Never operate your vehicle when tired, ill, or when any other condition reduces your driving ability
Creating and following a journey management plan for every journey;
Taking frequent breaks – stop driving every couple of hours, leave your vehicle and walk around;
Never drive more than 2 hours without a 15 minute break; and
Avoiding heavy meals during a long journey.
If you do experience fatigue while driving, you should follow these simple rules:
1. Stop: Pullover to a safe location and call your supervisor;
2. Revive: Have a 15-20 minute nap; and,
3. Survive: Continue driving only until you reach a place where you can have a proper sleep at an approved rest area.
Remember, fatigue is a ‘shared’ hazard – a fatigued driver is a risk not only to their own safety, but to the safety of other road users too. Don’t be part of the next statistic – manage your fatigue responsibly, and arrive alive


http://www.letslivesafe.com/the-risk-of-fatigue-driving/

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Suspended load: is an object that is temporarily lifted and hangs above the ground.

The higher the load from the earth the higher the effect of gravitational force acting upon the load. This makes it a potential risk walking or working under it.
This is an incident where a bucket fell off from its ram unto the earth and almost hitting a man working under it.





In this video we can pick some few things gone wrong

The operator should have shifted his bucket away from the line of fire when he noticed the IP ( incident personnel) approaching the work site. Same thing applies to the incident personnel, he should have signaled the operator to shift his bucket away from the line of fire.

Mechanical failure: the bucket fell from the boom meaning the pin holding the bucket failed. This is related to maintenance and inadequate daily health checks on equipment.
We can add our observations for further learnings

Kitchens are considered the heart of the home but they’re also home to a lot of equipment that can pose safety hazards. Cooking fires top the list of things that can go wrong in the kitchen followed by injuries from knives, cookware, food processors, microwaves, and blenders. Fires related to cooking are the peak. Here are some tips that will help you avoid accidents and keep you out of the emergency room.

Cooking fires
Fires involving cooking equipment account for two of every five reported home fires. Unattended cooking equipment accounts for one in three fires, and half are ignited by fat, grease, oil, or related substances, according to the National Fire Service. If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, take a minute to bone up on these safety tips to avoid accidents.
• Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling.
• If you are simmering, baking or roasting, remain at home and check the food often. Set the timer as a reminder.
• Keep anything that can catch fire—pot holders, towels, food packaging—away from the stovetop.
• Always keep a lid nearby to smother small grease fires by sliding the lid over the pan and turning off the burner.
• If a fire starts in the oven, turn it off and leave the door closed.
• If the fire gets out of hand, leave the house and shout FIRE!FIRE!!FIRE!!! And also call fire emergency numbers
• Keep a fire extinguisher with a minimum 5-B:C rating on hand.

Knife cuts
Lacerations caused by knives of all kinds (not just the kitchen type) is a recurrent accident. Dull knives are actually more dangerous than sharp ones, because they require more pressure to use and their worn edge can cause the knife to slip off food and into your fingers. To avoid accidents and injuries:
• Keep knives sharpened.
• Use a cutting board that doesn’t have a slippery surface and put a damp towel under it to prevent it from moving.
• Cut away from your body, keeping the fingers of the hand holding the food curled toward the palm.
• Store knives in a block, not in a drawer, where they can easily slice fingers.

Range tipovers
Kids are especially at risk if they’re not supervised and climb on an open door, causing the range to tip over. To prevent accidents and injuries:
• Install an anti-tip bracket if your current range does not have one to ensure that it is securely in place.
• Never place heavy roasts and other food on an oven door that’s been left open.
• Drape a towel on the oven handle while a pan is cooling to remind you that it’s still hot.

Shattering cookware

Hot handles can burn and sometimes glass cookware can shatter. Heed these no-nos:
• Don’t take the dish directly from the freezer to the oven or vice versa.
• Don’t put the dish directly on a burner or under a broiler.
• Don’t add liquid after the dish is hot or put a hot dish on a cold or damp surface.
• Stop using a dish that’s chipped or cracked.

Microwave oven burns
To prevent accidents and injuries:
• Be careful when removing a wrapper or cover on a microwaved dish; steam can escape and cause a nasty burn.
• Food can heat unevenly in a microwave, so use caution when touching or tasting.
• Let food cool for a minute or two before removing it from the microwave.
• Boil water on the stove. Superheated water in the microwave may appear placid but can violently erupt.

Blender injuries
Immersion blenders are great for soups because they blend directly in a pot, but recent reports show that injuries are growing with the use of those small appliances. To prevent accidents and injuries:
• Avoid the temptation to put your hand inside, especially if it’s plugged in. Most blenders don’t have safety interlocks, so you could accidentally turn it on and mangle your hand.
• To clean blades without touching them, add dishwashing detergent and hot water to the container and let it run on high for a minute. Unplug, then rinse.

http://www.letslivesafe.com/six-kitchen-accidents/

Check electric cords often for damage. Have damaged cords repaired right away. Worn cords can cause shock, short circuit or fire.

Always use competent personnel to carry out electrical works

Be aware of wires concealed in walls when drilling or carrying out maintenance works

Pull the plastic housing of the electric plug to take it out of the wall socket; never pull on the cord.

Do not overload electric outlets with too many items plugged in at once.

Water and electricity do not mix. Do not operate electric appliances such as radios or hair dryers near a bathtub or sink full of water.

Check to ensure that earth wires are properly connected to earth electrodes for proper electrical earthing

If you have infacts around the home you should put socket covers 

Never stick your fingers, toys or anything except electric plugs into electric outlets.

Unplug any appliance that emits sparks or that does not work properly.

Always unplug an appliance before cleaning or repairing it.

Always unplug the toaster or other appliance when removing a piece of stuck food.

Remember that a turned-off appliance is still connected to electricity until it is unplugged.

Limit use of extension cords. Make sure the cord is the appropriate size for use. Some appliances or equipment require heavy-duty cords.

http://www.letslivesafe.com/electrical-safety-at-home/

Do we have the courage to stop a wrong practice? Or do we say “ it’s non of my business”?
In our everyday lives we are confronted with various hazardous situations that a simple intervention can actually save the day. Most times we ignore because of fear of reproach. But if we can intervene with respect, it can help educate the offender and witnesses around and also make you have a good feeling of saving a life.
Let me share a little experience I had while travelling with a commercial transport company.
I was to board a bus from the park, as usual I walk round the bus to check the condition of the tyres and wheels. I noticed one of the rear wheels had two missing wheel nuts, I beckoned on the driver to observe it. Rather he gave me a talk down, I never responded, I asked him to also check other wheel nuts for complete tightness. He was fuming while I walked out to get an airtime and also planning to abort the journey with that vehicle if he doesn’t comply.
On getting back to the vehicle, I saw him doing the needful and he gave me this smile, and apologized to me. He also shared a terrible experience his colleague had with same tyre incident while on the highway.
I had this good feeling I saved lives that day. Before embarking on any journey always check your wheel nuts for complete tightness, we have recorded situations were the condition of our roads increase vibrations on wheels and this can lead to loosed wheel nuts.
A ten minutes walk the line around your vehicle won’t make you get to your destination late.
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http://www.letslivesafe.com/the-power-of-intervention/

Do we have the courage to stop a wrong practice? Or do we say “ it’s non of my business”?
In our everyday lives we are confronted with various hazardous situations that a simple intervention can actually save the day. Most times we ignore because of fear of reproach. But if we can intervene with respect, it can help educate the offender and witnesses around and also make you have a good feeling of saving a life.
Let me share a little experience I had while travelling with a commercial transport company.
I was to board a bus from the park, as usual I walk round the bus to check the condition of the tyres and wheels. I noticed one of the rear wheels had two missing wheel nuts, I beckoned on the driver to observe it. Rather he gave me a talk down, I never responded, I asked him to also check other wheel nuts for complete tightness. He was fuming while I walked out to get an airtime and also planning to abort the journey with that vehicle if he doesn’t comply.
On getting back to the vehicle, I saw him doing the needful and he gave me this smile, and apologized to me. He also shared a terrible experience his colleague had with same tyre incident while on the highway.
I had this good feeling I saved lives that day. Before embarking on any journey always check your wheel nuts for complete tightness, we have recorded situations were the condition of our roads increase vibrations on wheels and this can lead to loosed wheel nuts.
A ten minutes walk the line around your vehicle won’t make you get to your destination late.

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http://www.letslivesafe.com/the-power-of-intervention/

An incident occurred on the street of a residential area in port Harcourt. An abandoned taxi parked on the street and was not locked. Three children went into the vehicle to play and accidentally locked themselves inside the vehicle. The car became stuffy and three kids were gasping for air. A passerby saw the minors and quickly opened the front door to rescue all three children. Further health checks confirmed all three kids were confirmed OK
Why it happened
• All three kids did not see any danger going into an abandoned vehicle
• Parked vehicle was not locked
• Residents ignored the potential threat the abandoned vehicle posed
 
Mitigation
• We should always check the status of abandoned vehicles around our homes
• Educate children against going into parked vehicles
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http://www.letslivesafe.com/three-children-rescued-from-an-abandoned-car/

Most drivers believe a safe car is one that is equipped with the latest in-car technology. A study conducted by CARFAX—a company that provides vehicle history reports and used car listings—87 percent of the drivers surveyed listed car tech new safety innovations as being an important consideration when purchasing a new or used car. However, the survey also revealed that some drivers, especially younger drivers, have more reliance on car technology safety features rather than basic safe driving habits.

Benefits of today’s car safety technology

Overwhelmingly we have a lot of car safety features today in the market. As a result of this, drivers are increasingly relying on these technologies. Indeed, the study showed that more than half of respondents “fully trust” this technology.
So many cars now come equipped with safety technologies, including:
• Backup reverse cameras – One of the most common and popular features, these help give drivers a clear view of the path behind them when reversing.
• Collision mitigation – This driver assistive technology gives a warning and automatically hits the brakes if sensors detect that a collision is imminent.
• Lane departure warning – This car safety technology lets you know if you’ve drifted out of your lane.
• Blind-spot monitors – This driving aid helps keep an eye on lane next to you and warns you if you’re about to make an unsafe lane change.
• Drowsiness detection monitors – Various cameras and sensors in some cars work together to determine whether you’re driving while drowsy or fatigued. If drowsy driving is detected, it issues a warning to either pull over and get some rest or let someone else take the wheel.
These car safety techs add a lot of value.
Can technologies in car interfere with safe driving habits?
Since there isn’t a doubt that technology features are working to make our cars safer, they may also interfere with developing safe habits on the road. The study revealed two areas where drivers may be over-reliant on car safety features.

Hands-free phone technology
The study found that 46 percent of drivers ages 18-34 admit to the use of their devices while driving. Nine percent admitted to doing so frequently — the highest rate of any age group in the study.
Using a handheld cell phone has been banned in several Nigerian states since it also distracts drivers. Hands-free technology, however, allows drivers to talk on the phone while keeping their hands on the wheel. But, it is still a concern since it distracts driving and hasn’t been proven to lower the risk of an accident.
Backup reverse cameras
Backup reverse cameras are incredibly useful and popular. (In the study, 57 percent of respondents said it will be a must-have feature in the next vehicle they purchase.) But, they aren’t guarantee. It’s important to remember that there may be oncoming traffic or pedestrians that aren’t captured in the camera’s line of sight. And, debris on the camera lens can also obstruct the view.
Safe driving materials instruct drivers to turn over their shoulders and look through the rear window as a first step when backing up. But, 30% of drivers surveyed said they check their backup cameras as a first step. In addition, the study showed that this generation may be relying almost entirely on backup reverse cameras. In fact, 35 percent of the generation said they don’t look over their shoulder or do so infrequently.
Safe driving tips to use alongside safety technology
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps, in 2017 motor-vehicle deaths were recorded at 4,410, road crashes were 7,937 recorded accidents.
The above figures has shown that current car safety technology is not a guaranted solution for driver safety. With this in mind, here are a few basic driving habits to practice, even when using driver-assistive features.
1. Don’t rely only on your backup camera to reverse. Ensure you check your rear-view mirror, have a look over your shoulder through your rear window, and check your car’s side mirrors to make sure it’s safe to reverse. Then, check the image provided by your vehicle’s backup camera to see if the path is clear.
2. Avoid phone conversations while driving, even if you have hands-free phone technology in your car. Hands-free phone use can still divert your attention while driving. A conversation of any sort requires a certain amount of focus. This is attention that’s best devoted to the road when you’re driving a car. If you have to use hands-free mode to answer a call while driving, keep the conversation short or pullover at a safe place to take calls.
3. Always check before changing lanes. Take a sure look over your shoulder and check your side mirrors to make sure the lane is clear when navigating a lane change. This will ensure that your safety is protected in all circumstances and serve as a double-check for your car’s blind-spot warning system. Blind-spot warning systems can be a life-saver when making lane changes, but these systems can sometimes fail, due to things such as rain, humidity, mud and even a new paint job.
Conclusion: Car safety technology doesn’t replace safe driving habits  
Even if your vehicle is equipped with the latest safety features, it doesn’t justify abandoning certain tried-and-true driving habits. : Please note that in as much as safety car tech keeps evolving, there are still driver aids, which means they can’t be substituted for safe driving habits. Car safety features can improve driver confidence and also add some sort of convenience, but drivers still need to be alert and aware of their surroundings.






http://www.letslivesafe.com/do-we-forget-safe-driving-habits-because-of-car-safety-features/

Most drivers believe a safe car is one that is equipped with the latest in-car technology. A study conducted by CARFAX—a company that provides vehicle history reports and used car listings—87 percent of the drivers surveyed listed car tech new safety innovations as being an important consideration when purchasing a new or used car. However, the survey also revealed that some drivers, especially younger drivers, have more reliance on car technology safety features rather than basic safe driving habits.

Benefits of today’s car safety technology

Overwhelmingly we have a lot of car safety features today in the market. As a result of this, drivers are increasingly relying on these technologies. Indeed, the study showed that more than half of respondents “fully trust” this technology.
So many cars now come equipped with safety technologies, including:
• Backup reverse cameras – One of the most common and popular features, these help give drivers a clear view of the path behind them when reversing.
• Collision mitigation – This driver assistive technology gives a warning and automatically hits the brakes if sensors detect that a collision is imminent.
• Lane departure warning – This car safety technology lets you know if you’ve drifted out of your lane.
• Blind-spot monitors – This driving aid helps keep an eye on lane next to you and warns you if you’re about to make an unsafe lane change.
• Drowsiness detection monitors – Various cameras and sensors in some cars work together to determine whether you’re driving while drowsy or fatigued. If drowsy driving is detected, it issues a warning to either pull over and get some rest or let someone else take the wheel.
These car safety techs add a lot of value.
Can technologies in car interfere with safe driving habits?
Since there isn’t a doubt that technology features are working to make our cars safer, they may also interfere with developing safe habits on the road. The study revealed two areas where drivers may be over-reliant on car safety features.

Hands-free phone technology
The study found that 46 percent of drivers ages 18-34 admit to the use of their devices while driving. Nine percent admitted to doing so frequently — the highest rate of any age group in the study.
Using a handheld cell phone has been banned in several Nigerian states since it also distracts drivers. Hands-free technology, however, allows drivers to talk on the phone while keeping their hands on the wheel. But, it is still a concern since it distracts driving and hasn’t been proven to lower the risk of an accident.
Backup reverse cameras
Backup reverse cameras are incredibly useful and popular. (In the study, 57 percent of respondents said it will be a must-have feature in the next vehicle they purchase.) But, they aren’t guarantee. It’s important to remember that there may be oncoming traffic or pedestrians that aren’t captured in the camera’s line of sight. And, debris on the camera lens can also obstruct the view.
Safe driving materials instruct drivers to turn over their shoulders and look through the rear window as a first step when backing up. But, 30% of drivers surveyed said they check their backup cameras as a first step. In addition, the study showed that this generation may be relying almost entirely on backup reverse cameras. In fact, 35 percent of the generation said they don’t look over their shoulder or do so infrequently.
Safe driving tips to use alongside safety technology
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps, in 2017 motor-vehicle deaths were recorded at 4,410, road crashes were 7,937 recorded accidents.
The above figures has shown that current car safety technology is not a guaranted solution for driver safety. With this in mind, here are a few basic driving habits to practice, even when using driver-assistive features.
1. Don’t rely only on your backup camera to reverse. Ensure you check your rear-view mirror, have a look over your shoulder through your rear window, and check your car’s side mirrors to make sure it’s safe to reverse. Then, check the image provided by your vehicle’s backup camera to see if the path is clear.
2. Avoid phone conversations while driving, even if you have hands-free phone technology in your car. Hands-free phone use can still divert your attention while driving. A conversation of any sort requires a certain amount of focus. This is attention that’s best devoted to the road when you’re driving a car. If you have to use hands-free mode to answer a call while driving, keep the conversation short or pullover at a safe place to take calls.
3. Always check before changing lanes. Take a sure look over your shoulder and check your side mirrors to make sure the lane is clear when navigating a lane change. This will ensure that your safety is protected in all circumstances and serve as a double-check for your car’s blind-spot warning system. Blind-spot warning systems can be a life-saver when making lane changes, but these systems can sometimes fail, due to things such as rain, humidity, mud and even a new paint job.
Conclusion: Car safety technology doesn’t replace safe driving habits  
Even if your vehicle is equipped with the latest safety features, it doesn’t justify abandoning certain tried-and-true driving habits. : Please note that in as much as safety car tech keeps evolving, there are still driver aids, which means they can’t be substituted for safe driving habits. Car safety features can improve driver confidence and also add some sort of convenience, but drivers still need to be alert and aware of their surroundings.

http://www.letslivesafe.com/do-we-forget-safe-driving-habits-because-of-car-safety-features/

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Have you ever skidded while driving on a wet road for what seemed like a split second or even longer? Even if you didn’t lose complete control, you most likely experienced hydroplaning.
What is Hydroplaning?
The term hydroplaning is commonly used to refer to the skidding or sliding of a cars tires across a wet surface. Hydroplaning occurs when a tire encounters more water than it can scatter. Water pressure in the front of the wheel pushes water under the tire, and the tire is then separated from the road surface by a thin film of water and loses traction. The result is loss of steering, braking and power control.
Rubber tires have tread (grooves) that are designed to channel water from beneath the tire. This creates higher friction with the road surface and can help prevent or minimize instances of hydroplaning.
When does Hydroplaning Occur?
Hydroplaning can occur on any wet road surface, however, the first 10 minutes of a light rain can be the most dangerous.
When light rain mixes with oil residue on the road surface, it creates slippery conditions that can cause vehicles, especially those traveling speeds in excess of 35 mph, to hydroplane. This can be a deadly combination for the driver and surrounding motorists.
The chance of being involved in a motor vehicle accident increases during poor weather conditions such as fog, rain, ice and snow. However, it isn’t necessarily the pounding rain and blinding snow that are the most dangerous; it is the slick conditions that drivers aren’t prepared for.
How do I Avoid Hydroplaning?
The following are important tips to avoid hydroplaning:
1. Keep your tires properly inflated
2. Rotate and replace tires when necessary
3. Slow down when roads are wet: the faster you drive, the harder it is for your tires to scatter the water
4. Stay away from puddles and standing water
5. Avoid driving in outer lanes where water tends to accumulate
6. Try to drive in the tire tracks left by the cars in front of you
7. Turn off cruise control
8. Drive in a lower gear
9. Avoid hard braking
10. Try not to make sharp or quick turn




http://www.letslivesafe.com/hydroplaning-why-it-happens-and-how-to-avoid-it-watch-video/

Incident: A family of 5 lost there lives from a gas explosion in their kitchen as a result of gas leakage from the gas cylinder.

Cause: there was gas leakage from the cylinder, and the pungent smell was all over the house. When the family returned home and noticed the smell, there dad headed straight to the kitchen and switched on the bulb. The spark from the switch ignited the gas and there was huge explosion. It burnt down the house including all the 5 occupants.

Mitigation : whenever gas leakage is noticed in the house. Do not put on any spark source to avoid ignition. Open windows first for leakage to escape.

Go to the gas source and lock gas regulator firmly


http://www.letslivesafe.com/gas-explosion-in-a-kitchen/

Ladies are not called “superwomen” for nothing. They are masters of time, from cleaning the house, doing the laundry, taking care of their husband and kids to having a full-time job. It’s a wonder how they’re able to do all of these without losing their sanity.
Some women, though, tend to forget that they deserve to care for themselves as much as the people they care for. Time has become a luxury that they can’t afford in going to the salon or working out in a gym. Despite the overwhelming responsibilities given to women, it is important that they should feel good about themselves.
Having a fit and healthy body should never be taken for granted despite having a busy schedule . So how can women juggle all the responsibilities and stay fit at the same time?
Below are tips created specifically for busy women who want to maintain a healthy and toned body.

 1. Walk Down to Work
Did you know that walking is the easiest type of exercise?
That’s right. We have learned how to walk since we were babies and this simple activity can help you live a healthier life. If your office is walking distance from your house, walk to work every day instead of commuting. If it’s very far, you can park a few kilometers away and walk the rest.
Incorporating at least 30 minutes of walking every day could lead to greater health results. In addition, you come into the office feeling refreshed since you were able to breathe fresh air and see beautiful scenes on your way there.

2. Keep Healthy Snacks Handy
Most people opt to for fast food or ready to eat meals because they are pressed for time. Though it’s faster and convenient, the problem with these foods is that they are high in calories. Aside from the fact that they are the culprit on why you can’t fit into those clothes anymore, they can lead to health problems like hypertension, diabetes, heart disease etc.
One of the best ways to ensure that you will make healthier style is to have healthy snacks nearby. Pack healthy snacks like almonds, veggies , yogurt and fruits. When you have these foods at your fingertips, you won’t have to dial the nearest fast-food joint.

3. Have a High Protein Meal
Protein is a must-have if you want to lose weight. This hunger-busting powerhouse keeps blood sugar steady and slows digestion. It also helps to keep cravings at bay and increases satisfaction so you don’t have to eat more.
These protein-rich foods below are ideal for busy women as they are very easy to prepare.
• Hard boiled egg – This powerhouse breakfast or snack contains 6 grams of protein, vitamin D, and vitamin B-12, and is only 77 calories.
• Oatmeal packets or cups – This fiber-packed meal contains 4 grams of protein per packet and has only 150 calories.

4. Try Deskercise
Having a 9-to-5 job at the office could mean prolonged sitting to some. Sitting for a long time is not good for your health. A study conducted by the National Cancer Institute found that sitting can increase the risk of getting cancer by more than 60 %.
So how do we avoid being a couch potato and keep active even though we are staring at the computer the whole day?
There are a lot of exercises that you can do while you are on your desk. These exercises, such as paper pushups, book press, shoulder blade squeezes, office yoga, etc, are called “deskercise.” Using a treadmill desk is also one effective way of being active at work. 

5. Do 20 Minutes Interval Training
It’s not the quantity of workout that matters but the quality of it. Due to women’s busy schedule, they don’t need an hour workout regime. The good news is that they can have an intense workout for only 20 minutes. Interval training is ideal for busy women since for only a short period of time, it offers arrays of benefits which help promote a healthier physique.

Now being busy is no longer an excuse for not having a healthy lifestyle. Do all of the steps above and you will see that in no time, you will become fit and healthy

culled from

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Fire safety is an extremely important and life concerning issue and therefore so is the subject of fire extinguishers. There are many different types of fire extinguisher available for many different applications, from dry powder extinguishers to liquid ones and beyond. The best extinguishers available in the market today incorporate innovative technology and features to make them even more effective than they’ve ever been. Nonetheless, research never stops and as time moves on, so will the development of these fire safety devices.
However there are some agents which have been tested to help put out little fire, especially domestic fire. They can act as substitutes when you can reach out for extinguisher immediately
They are listed below

Baking Soda
This common household item possesses more power than you first think! Not only is it a staple cooking ingredient and an effective cleaning agent – it’s also a fantastic fire extinguisher! Sodium bicarbonate can be used to put out small and tameable house fires such as small grease or electrical fires. The powdered substance smothers the fuel and cools the fire at the base of the flame. Of course, this cannot be up-scaled for more widespread use, but it’s handy to know should you experience a small kitchen fire!
Salt
Similar to baking soda, salt is another natural fire extinguisher that is sitting right there in your kitchen cupboard! What many people fail to realise is that salt is actually one of the main ingredients found within a conventional fire extinguisher. So salt just had to be on this list! Salt disperses heat and minimizes oxygen supply to a fire. This is especially useful if you experience a grease fire on or around the oven.
coca cola
To use Coke to put out a fire, do the following: open the bottle, keep the opening closed with your thumb on top of it, shake it hard, and point the gushing liquid toward the flames.


Fire blanket
Fire blankets can be used to extinguish small fires in the home. They can also be used to wrap around a person whose clothes have caught alight. It is best to store fire blankets in or adjacent to a kitchen but not too close to a potential hazard for example above a stove.
Towels can also act as fire blankets. A damp towel can be used to put out fire

Detergent mixed with water
Mix detergent to water and store in a plastic can. Always keep in your kitchen

Safety First at all Times!
As fun and interesting as this article may be, we of course do not advise or recommend that anyone experiments with fire! We strongly recommend that you use conventional fire extinguishers
You can add yours

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We often come across vehicle breakdown repairs along the shoulder of roads. It could be as a result of flat tyres, bad brakes , bad fuel pumps etc
A medical related accident occurred when a vehicle fell off a JACK into a mechanic working beneath. This was as a result of no use of JACK STAND

DESCRIPTION OF ACCIDENT
A driver travelling along one of the major highways in Nigeria, noticed some malfunctions in his vehicle. He pulled over at the road shoulder. We are aware of how narrow our highways are, coupled with the high usage of heavy duty trucks plying the highways. The driver sent for a mechanic, who after troubleshooting, found out the primary fuel pump had developed defects. Mechanic was under the vehicle to remove the bad fuel pump, he had already lifted the car with hydraulic jack but there was no support with a JACK STAND.

With the regular movement of motorists along the highway, it poses a significant danger to which both of them were not aware of. This vehicular movements kept generating wind that made the repaired car tilt off the JACK gradually. When a heavy truck sped past them, it generates a heavier wind that eventually made the repaired vehicle fall off JACK unto the mechanic who was under the vehicle. This resulted to a spinal cord damage to the mechanic


What should have been done

• Vehicle should have been taken to a safer area off the highway for repairs
• If vehicle should be repaired along the highway, caution and slow down sign can be put to signal other road users, if it requires to be lifted, a JACK STAND should have been used. A thick log of wood can also serve as a JACK STAND, as well as old rims
• A passerby should have intervened

CONCLUSION

If you should have to lift your vehicle’s at home, along the road or garage, endeavour to use a JACK STAND to act as a fall barrier

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How is your kitchen arranged?

How is your passage arranged?

How is your veranda/balcony arranged?

How is your living room arranged?

Is your staircase clear and accessible?

Alright! The above questions will make most of us guilty and even trying to figure out where the gallon of kerosene/petrol is left. Even the locations of the pans/basins, buckets, water gallons etc are battle of the mind as you read through.

Most home fires start from the kitchen. The sitting room and meter point are not left out.

Checkout the way/passage to your kitchen. Most people choose this place as packing garage. The veranda too. That is the home of power generators for most people living upstairs.

In emergency situation, those things packed/littered on the escape/exit route will hinder safe evacuation thereby increasing the risk tendency. You may either sustain injury during escape or trapped or slowed. The fire/heat/smoke may affect you as a result.

If you must pack stuff on the exit route please create a way for escape. Don’t cover the whole place with luggage. Allow walkway through which you can evacuate safely during any emergency.

_*What you don’t use please don’t keep*_

Make your kitchen, staircase, veranda, living room, passage etc as clear and accessible as possible and perform the exit drill always to equip yourself with the safe evacuation skill.

Always remember *EDITH (Exit Drill In The Home).* Do it often. From living room to the outside of the house. Walk briskly from the kitchen to your safe exit. And so on.

Don’t forget to check your toilet, children’s room as you exit and close all doors behind you as you exit. While outside check that everyone has been evacuated including maids and visitors.

If anyone is missing, search for him if it is safe for you. Call for help if not. You must do something to find him.

Your housekeeping plays vital role in your safety. Make your housekeeping a program to be run every moment and involve every member of the household including your househelp/maid (maids are most neglected member of the household but seem to be the safest and most favoured)

Your safety first!
Keep the priority!

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