Page 36 - Waterfall City Dec 2023_Jan 2024 Issue

Waterfall City News

BE SAFE THIS

HOLIDAY SEASON

Netcare 911 shares crucial summer safety tips

O ur summer holidays here in Mzansi

should be a time for joy and relaxation.
Netcare 911 shares some important safety

tips to help ensure a happy holiday.
“Water, fire and the sun can be the elements of perfect
summer days or a recipe for disaster, depending on
how prepared we are for the potential risks,” says Sarah
Kekana, Netcare 911 spokesperson.

“As emergency medical practitioners, we see how
accidents happen in a heartbeat when you least expect
it. Plan ahead for peace of mind, whether you are
travelling or at home, by downloading the Netcare App
and updating your details to save time in an emergency.”

Be safe around the braai fire
“Spending time around a fire and enjoying outdoor
cooking are characteristically South African and
especially popular at this time of year. Some basic
precautions are necessary to keep everyone safe and to
prevent burns,” says Kekana.

She offers these important safety tips:
• Make your fire safely away from anything flammable,
including dry grass or leaves, overhanging trees,
buildings or roofing.
• Keep wood, charcoal and firelighters well away from the
fire – a spark can ignite materials metres away.
• Keep a bucket of water and a fire extinguisher at the
ready.
• Do not use liquid fire starters.
• Remove any trip hazards from around the fireplace.
• Keep children and pets at a safe distance.
• Do not wear flammable clothing when tending to a fire.
• Be aware that hot grills can cause burns, so store them
safely once removed from the fire.
• Never leave a fire unsupervised, and always extinguish
it when you have finished.

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