Stay Safe Online

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

The Fishers Island Telephone Co. is providing some useful tips and resources from the National CyberSecurity Alliance and StaySafeOnline.org on what you can do to be safer and more secure online:

STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Tip Sheet

Safety & Security Tips On the Go (for mobile devices)

Glossary of Terms

For more information, visit;

staysafeonline.org

June is National Safety Month

In an effort to improve safety and reduce unintentional injuries and death, the National Safety Council is encouraging us all to focus on awareness and prevention this month. Their 2013 “Safety starts with me” campaign offers informational facts and steps we can take to reduce the risks in our own homes and our lives.

The theme for the 1st week of June is: Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls

Download the National Safety Council “Falls Fact Sheet” (PDF):

NSC Falls Facts

Then, for fun, download and try the crossword puzzle to quiz yourself:

NSC Falls Crossword

Also, learn more ways you can “Fall Proof” your home:

NSC Fall Proofing Your Home

To learn more about this campaign and the National Safety Council’s efforts to improve safety in the home, on the road and in the workplace, please visit: nsc.org

Home Electrical System Safety Video

A better understanding of your home electrical system can help you to avoid potential hazards. Watch this brief video by the Electrical Safety Foundation International and find more information and other valuable resources on their website at:
esfi.org