Safety Tips for Diwali

Safety Tips for Diwali  – Diwali, the festival of lights, brands joy, togetherness, and festivities. Though filled with joy and excitement during the festival, it is important to have a level of caution to avoid accidents and allow everyone to have a safe, enjoyable, and happy festival. A few simple safety measures can give you a bright, peaceful and accident-free Diwali!.

Safety Tips for Diwali

1. Safety Tips for Diwali-Firecracker Safety

• Always buy your firecrackers from licensed stores, and do not buy unofficial or illegal firecrackers.
• Light the firecrackers outside in open space, away from any combustible or flammable place.
• Always keep a bucket of water or sand close by, in case of emergency.
• Never light a firecracker while holding it in your hand.
• At no time should children be with you when lighting the firecrackers, let the adults light them.

2. Safety Tips for Diwali – Clothing and Personal Safety

   • Opt for cotton clothing instead of synthetic materials to help reduce fire safety risks.
   • Avoid wearing long and/or loose sleeves since these are easily ignited.
   • Tie back long hair and wear appropriate, close-toed footwear when bursting crackers.

3. Safety Tips for Diwali – Home Safety

• Keep diyas and candles away from curtains, paper or decorations to a minimum of three feet.
• Keep lamps on sturdy, non-flammable surfaces.
• Switch off electrical lights and decorative lighting before bed.
• Have a fire extinguisher or a bucket of water within reach.

4. Safety Tips for Diwali – Protection of pets and the environment

• Protect the safety of the pet. Keep the pet indoors during fireworks, if possible, and away from loud sounds.
• Use fireworks that are environmentally friendly in terms of creating smoke and noise pollution.
• Clean up after firecrackers, and dispose of the contents of the firework safely to avoid harming anyone or the environment where the fireworks were ignited.

5. Safety Tips for Diwali – Health and the Environment

• Minimize smoke and fumes; children and seniors, in particular, should not be exposing themselves to smoke.
• If air pollution from firecrackers is elevated, see if it is possible to use a mask.
• Staying hydrated, and perhaps using some nasal drops or steam inhalation, will help keep the airways moist.

6. Safety Tips for Diwali – Electrical and Decoration Safety

   • Use good quality electrical lights with good wiring.
   • Avoid overloading circuits. Switch off lights if they are not in use.
   • Keep decorations away from plug sockets and sources of fire.

Safety Tips for Diwali – Summary

Diwali is best enjoyed is when safety is integrated into the enjoyment of the festival. A few simple guidelines regarding fire, electrical lights, and personal safety, will keep your festival full of light and joy, rather than full of risk. Think of safety when celebrating Diwali is not only to keep you and your family safe, but to also protect the environment and the community.