Home safety

Safety for household chemicals, window covering cords, hot water, lead-based paints and during the holidays.

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Testing your home for radon

Learn about the potential health risks of radon exposure. Also learn how to reduce radon levels in your home.

Fire safety

Minimize your family's risk of fire-related injury in the home by following these safety tips.

Household chemical safety

Learn about the safe use and storage of household products like cleaning liquids, as well as the meanings of hazard symbols.

Window covering safety

Safety for window covering cords to reduce risks to your child.

Safety around the house

Protect your children by learning how to identify potential hazards and creating a safe environment.

Water temperature, burns and scalds

Learn about the hazards of hot water and bathtubs for children. Prevent injury with these safety tips.

Lead-based paint

Learn about the health risks of using lead-based paint and lead poisoning. Also find information on how to check if your home contains lead-based paint.

Tips for holiday safety

Stay safe during the holiday season by practising these safety tips.

Halloween safety

Keep your child's safety in mind during the Halloween season when planning costumes, decorations, treats and activities.

Healthy home guide

Follow these tips to help protect yourself and those around you from exposure to chemicals and pollutants in and around the home.

Chemical safety in your car and garage

Follow these simple tips to stay safe while driving or working in your garage.

Chemical safety for Do-It-Yourself (DIY) projects and renovations

Before starting any DIY project, make sure you're aware of how to keep you and your family safe.

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