Living items
Secure home Wi-Fi: passwords, WPA3 and updates
Secure both the router admin and Wi-Fi passwords, use WPA3 or WPA2 and check firmware updates.
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Housekeeping
Three safe ways to thaw frozen meat
Choose refrigerator, cold-water or microwave thawing; avoid leaving perishable meat at room temperature.
Housekeeping
Do not wash raw chicken: prevent sink cross-contamination
Rinsing raw poultry can spread germs; improve separation, cooking and cleanup steps.
Housekeeping
Cleaning versus disinfecting: start with frequently touched surfaces
Routine cleaning with an appropriate detergent is usually enough. Disinfect when illness or other conditions call for it, following the product label.
Organization
Safer cleaner storage: original containers and locked cabinets
Keep cleaners in their original containers in locked storage away from children.
Home decor
Window Screens Are Not Fall Guards: Child-Safety Window Checks
Do not rely on insect screens for fall protection; review window guards, opening stops, nearby furniture and emergency exits.
Home decor
Choose LED bulbs by brightness, color and compatibility
Check brightness and fixture compatibility rather than wattage alone.
Living items
Prevent button and coin battery ingestion at home
Tiny button batteries can cause severe injuries when swallowed. Secure compartments and store and dispose safely.
Organization
Protect Important Household Documents Before an Emergency
Organize IDs, insurance details and contacts, and protect originals and copies in separate secure locations.
Housekeeping
Indoor odors: find the source before using fragrance
Address food waste, moisture and other odor sources first. Scented products themselves can add indoor pollutants.
Easy DIY
How to check a TEST/RESET GFCI outlet safely
Use the built-in TEST and RESET controls to check a GFCI outlet without opening or modifying wiring.
Organization
Keep Loose 9V Batteries Out of Metal-Filled Junk Drawers
The two terminals of a 9V battery are close together; loose metal can bridge them and cause dangerous heating. Keep the terminals protected.