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Visit us each week to view two minute segments from the ABC noon news featuring Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate Jacquie Palisi. We will be covering a wide range of topics to help keep your family safe. These segments are broadcast on WSB-TV in Atlanta. Research shows that most injuries are preventable through safety education and a little extra care, and we are committed to preventing injuries. Please feel free to share this information with your friends and family, and don't forget to sign up for our Free Safety Alerts and Legal Tips/Updates.
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We have a large library of over 100 videos and downloadable materials, all here to help keep you and your family safe. Search for a specific topic/keyword, or click on a category to the right.Protect Your Child From Hazardous Toys!
Airdate: Sunday, December 25, 2011
Make safety your first priority when buying toys for children! Watch this week's television broadcast, view and download a printable Toy Safety .pdf, and use the links below to learn how you can greatly reduce the risk of toy-related injuries in your home.
Important Safety Tips for Laptop Computer Owners
Airdate: Monday, December 27, 2010
Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, explains the risks associated with the misuse of computer laptop batteries and chargers, and simple tips to help prevent fires and unintentional injuries when using your laptop. For additional ways to protect yourself and your information when using public Wi-Fi networks, view and download our "Laptop Computer Safety Guide" below.
Injury Prevention Safety Tips for Seniors
Airdate: Monday, December 20, 2010
Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries at home among adults 65 and older. Watch Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, as she shares important safety tips to help seniors prevent falls in and around the home. View and download our "Injury Prevention Safety Guide for Seniors" to learn additional precautions you can take to prevent accidental injuries.
Stay Informed of Important Product Safety Recalls
Airdate: Monday, January 16, 2012
Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, shares important information regarding product recalls, and how you make sure you are aware of recalled products. Learn how you can help keep your family safe from dangerous and defective products: watch our video and download our "Product Safety Recalls Guide" below.
Additional Resources: Recalls.gov
Keep Your Home and Family Safe from Fires this Holiday Season
Airdate: Monday, November 29, 2010
Montlick & Associates Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, explains how you can reduce the risk of a home fire by following simple safety precautions when decorating your home this holiday season. View and download our "Holiday Decorating Safety Guide" to help keep your family safe, and ensure you have a safe and happy holiday.
Additional Resources: Safety Links
Protect Your Child from Cyber Bullying
Airdate: August 16, 2010
Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, discusses important steps that parents can take to protect children from the growing threat of aggression on the internet known as "cyberbullying."
Protect Your Family From Dog Bites
Airdate: July 28, 2010
Nearly 5 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and one in five dog bites results in injuries that require medical attention. View this week's video and download our latest safety guide to learn how to greatly reduce the chance of bite-related injuries in your household and how to treat a wound should an injury occur.
Important Information to Keep Your Family Safe
Airdate: Monday, October 10, 2011
Montlick and Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, discusses the history and the vision behind the firm's extensive Family Safety initiatives, including HelpKeepKidsSafe.org, founded in 1987, and the firm's more recent DNA LifePrint Child Safety Program.
Protect Your Family from Fire-Related Injuries This Summer!
Airdate: July 12, 2010
Barbecues and campfires are fun ways to enjoy the Great Outdoors. But with the fun comes increased risk of injury. Watch our latest Safety Video and download the guide below to make sure that your cookouts and campfires are safe for all!
Additional Resources: Safety Tips | Safety Links
Keep Your Family Safe Around Fireworks!
Airdate: June 20, 2011
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares important precautions to take to keep your family safe around fireworks this holiday. Download our Parent's Guide to Fireworks Safety below to help prevent fireworks-related injuries and possibly even save a life.
Additional Resources: Safety Links
Important Water Safety Tips
Airdate: 2010-6-21 10:00am
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares simple precautions you can take to keep kids safe in and around water. Download our Parent's Guide to Water Safety below to help prevent water-related injuries and possibly even save a life.
Additional Resources: Safety Links | Safety Tips
Top Five Hidden Home Hazards
Airdate: June 15, 2010
Each year, 33.1 million people are injured by consumer products in the home. Being aware of hidden hazards inside your home can save lives and prevent life altering injuries. We invite you to watch our Safety Video and download the materials below to learn how you can protect your family from the Top Five Hidden Home Hazards identified by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Additional Resources: Safety Links | Safety Tips
Emergency Response Guide for Babysitters
Airdate: June 7, 2010
View this week's video to learn important tips on hiring the right babysitter for your child, and click on the link below to download the firm's Emergency Response Guide for Babysitters. This guide will help you prepare your sitter for a wide range of situations and includes important emergency contact and other information to help your sitter respond to an emergency should one occur while you are away.
Additional Resources: Safety Links
Protect Your Home and Family from Electrical Fires
Airdate: Monday, May 16, 2011
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares ways to safeguard your home and family from electrical fires, along with simple ways to help keep kids safe around electrical outlets. Download our Electrical Safety Tips below to help prevent the loss of life and property caused by electrical disasters.
Prevent Child Pedestrian Injuries
Airdate: May 4, 2010
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi advises parents how to best protect their children from pedestrian related injuries. To help keep your kids safe on the streets, teach your children important Child Pedestrian Safety Rules found in our downloadable Safety Tips below.
Safeguard Your Child from Online Dangers
Airdate: April 27, 2010
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares important tips to help keep kids safe online as they explore the web. To help minimize your child's risk of internet victimization, download our Parent's Guide to Online Safety below.
Additional Resources: Safety Tips | Safety Links
Protect Your Child from Playground Injuries
Airdate: April 13, 2010
As part of National Playground Safety Week, Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares simple tips to help avoid preventable playground injuries as families head to the community park or backyard swing set. Download our Parent's Guide to Playground Safety to help protect your child.
Prepare Your Family for an Emergency
Airdate: September 13, 2010
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi advises parents how to best prepare their family for an emergency by creating a Family Disaster Plan. For a step by step guide on how to create your emergency plan, download our Family Disaster Plan materials below.
Safeguard Your Child from Accidental Poisoning
Airdate: March 16, 2010
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares simple precautions you can take to help protect your child from accidental poisoning. For more ways to greatly reduce the risk of accidental poisoning in your home, please download our Poison Prevention Guide below.
Additional Resources: Safety Tips | Safety Links
Protect Your Family and Home from Fires
Airdate: October 4, 2010
Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi advises parents how to create a home that is free of fire hazards, and an escape plan to protect your family. Also, view and download our Fire Prevention and Escape Plan Grid to create an evacuation plan for your own home.
Keep Kids Safe from Accidental Burns
Airdate: Tuesday, February 08, 2011
As part of National Burn Prevention Week, Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi shares simple precautions you can take to help protect your child from scalds and burns. For additional ways to reduce the risk of accidental burns, view and download our Burn Prevention Safety Tips below.
Prevent the Spread of Germs & Illnesses in Your Home
Airdate: January 17, 2011
Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, shares tips on how you can prevent the spread of harmful viruses and bacteria in your home, by teaching your kids the ABC's of good personal hygiene.
Eliminate Choking Hazards from Your Home
Airdate: January 11, 2010
Keeping your child's environment free of choking hazards is so important for their safety. Montlick & Associates' Family Safety Advocate, Jacquie Palisi, shares tips to help you recognize and remove choking hazards from your home. Plus download additional safety information and guidelines, including how to respond should a choking incident occur.
Protect Your Child From Hazardous Toys!
Airdate: Monday, December 12, 2011
Make safety your first priority when buying toys for children! Watch this week's television broadcast, view and download a printable Toy Safety .pdf, and use the links below to learn how you can greatly reduce the risk of toy-related injuries in your home.
