Safety Tidbits

Safety Tidbits

Click here for this week’s Safety Tidbits with some great Halloween Tips.

5 Kid Halloween Costume Safety Tips
Make it fit. The outfit & shoes should fit the child appropriately so they can move around safely. Avoid anything too long which could cause them to trip.

Make it flame-retardant. Avoid anything too loose which could be a fire hazard! Don’t buy a costume unless it’s labeled “flame-retardant” which means the material won’t burn.

Make it visible. Choose a light-colored costume, attach something reflective to their costume or allow them to wear or carry a flashlight or glow stick to increase visibility to motorists.

Make it easy to see out of. Choose non-toxic face paint and makeup when possible instead of masks which can obstruct a child’s vision.

Make it breathable. Make sure wigs and beards don’t cover your kids’ eyes, noses or mouths making it difficult to breathe or see.

Lastly don’t forget to make it fun and safe. You and your kids will enjoy the holiday even more knowing they are avoiding preventable injuries thanks to a safe costume! Source: Dayton Children’s Hospital

Every Role is Important

Whenever I’m disappointed with my spot in life, I stop and think about little Jamie Scott. Jamie was trying out for a part in the school play. His mother told me that he’d set his heart on being in it, though she feared he would not be chosen.On the day the parts were awarded, I went with her to collect him after school. Jamie rushed up to her, eyes shining with pride and excitement.

‘Guess what, Mom,’ he shouted, and then he said seven words that will remain a lesson to me…..’I’ve been chosen to clap and cheer.’

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Take all your roles in life seriously — in everything we do there is the possibility to inspire, to influence, to make a positive difference! What power we have! In Life, we all have a variety of roles to play, each one is important… even if it means sitting on the bench cheering the team on… who in life doesn’t need a little encouragement? So go ahead, Clap and Cheer with Gusto, your team members are counting on you!!!

Have a Super Weekend, I know I will!

Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another. John C. Maxwell

Thanks, WK