By tony.vaultpro
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April 1, 2020
Dear Friends, During this time of national emergency, we at Vault Pro want to assure you we are here for you. With families being forced indoors it is more important than ever to make sure that homes be kept safe and protected against unnecessary accidents, which could occur from guns and other potentially dangerous items not being properly stored and locked up. If you haven’t already created a family security checklist now would be a great time to set one up. Make sure all weapons in your home are secure from unauthorized individuals. They should be locked up and kept separate from ammunition. Young children are naturally curious and can’t tell a toy from the real thing. A safe is your best option for keeping guns and valuables secure. Medications: Make sure you keep an adequate supply of any prescription drugs on hand. You want them stored securely in child proof packaging or locked away in a safe place. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked to make sure the batteries are fresh Fire extinguishers that spray dry chemicals, not water, are recommended for home use because they are effective against grease fires and small electrical fires. Water extinguishers may actually make these common types of fires worse. Experts suggest having two multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguishers﹘one to keep in your kitchen and one that’s easily accessible to your dryer and/or garage. First aid kit: A thorough first aid kit should include bandages and antiseptic/antibiotic agents for simple wound and burn care. Gloves, assorted over-the-counter medications and a thermometer should be part of any emergency first aid kit. You can create your own or buy one that is all inclusive. Emergency preparedness kit: Have a supply of items ready in case you need to go without power or other utilities. Basic emergency preparedness supplies include flashlight(s), plenty of batteries and long-burning candles with matches or lighters. You may also consider building a stock of non-perishable foods and bottled water. Some households also choose to keep a backup electric generator on hand. Pay attention to extreme weather predictions and amp up your kit accordingly. Any list of safety items will include: Up to date locks, extra sets of keys (home, lockable storage, car, other conveyances), secure window coverings where appropriate, emergency escape ladder (for multi-story dwellings), good lighting (with backup), emergency water and food supplies (remember to multiply amount needed daily by number of children and adults), emergency food supply for pets, home security system (should include exterior alarm, fire and smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector) Running a safety drill with family members is a good idea. Always have a safe place to meet in case of emergency. Keep your cell phones charged in case of power failure. If you can afford one, a backup generator can be invaluable. Most importantly, look out for each other - talk to each other and try to have some fun. In trying times our true nature shows best. For all our first responders, medical personnel, law enforcement, military, and volunteers we thank you for looking out for us as we look forward to better times ahead. Stay safe, Tony