The summer months bring many positive things to our daily activities and lift our emotional spirits. However, this seasonal change also brings an equal change of responsibilities. Are you ready? Do you know how to make the absolute most out of the summer fun months?
Summer safety in and around your home
Consider this a refresher on top summer safety tips for you and your family!
Pool safety
Whether it’s a pool in your backyard, a community pool, or a neighbor’s pool, safety in the pool should be an essential detail anywhere and everywhere. Make sure your little ones are water-safe. This includes testing your pool’s chemicals to be in a proper balance. It also includes teaching your children water safety tips, such as calling for help when needed and always swimming with a buddy.
Hydration
Dehydration can cause serious and even life-threatening problems faster than you might believe. Whether the day is overcast or bright, cool or hot, do your best to ensure that each family member has plenty of water and other liquids available so they can fend off dehydration. Don’t forget liquid-rich foods like fruit! These are great ways to help keep everyone’s hydration up in a sneaky and tasty way.
One of the best ways to focus on hydration is to have a snack/drink break every 30 minutes. Everyone who is playing or working outside has to stop and come have something to eat or drink that will help them stay hydrated. Even if it’s just a few bites of watermelon or a few sips of water, it’ll make the difference! Plus, it’s a nice way to keep everyone connected, even when working on different things.
Sunscreen and bug spray
If you are enjoying some family time in the front yard or backyard, try to make sure each person has sunscreen and bug spray. Sunscreen helps protect from sun damage and sunburn, of course, and you can find many options on the market for easy application. Even if it is overcast, protect your skin today for potential long term damage. Reapply often! Bug spray will keep mosquitoes at bay, along with other bugs, and you can go with classic spray-on products or look instead at something like candles or ultrasonic options that can keep your entire space bug-free. We all know how annoying mosquitos can be in the Texas Gulf Coast, especially during the summer, and all year long.
Gardening and outdoor work/play
If you are working or playing outside, there is always a risk. Even if it’s in your own yard, the risk is there. Gardening can put you at risk of bug bites or stings, cutting yourself on thorns or yard tools, snakes and etc. Keep only experienced yard workers in charge of these for everyone’s safety.
As well, children playing on scooters, skateboards, and bikes should have all safety gear on even if they stay in the driveway. A fall in your driveway can be just as destructive as a fall on the street.
Enjoying time in your home and in your yard will make for a wonderful summer to remember. By focusing on these tips above, you’ll do everything you can to keep those memories good and happy ones, rather than irritating or potentially even dangerous ones. Summer is a time for light and laughter, and fun, not unplanned emergency room trips! It’s all about the right information.
While we can't personally keep you safe, we can share information to help you do so. However, we can ensure that you are properly protected with insurance should something happen to you, your family or guests this summer. Contact the insurance experts at Harbour Insurance Services at (281) 520-4090 today with your insurance questions or for a free quote on your personal insurance needs.