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Get Your Free Coupons By Email

2008-09-19T00:40:00.000-07:00

Are you busy from work or tired of going online just to check what is the latest printable coupons today? A weekly New Coupons Alert newsletter is now available at TheSafetyNew.com

This special offers are made available to our safety travelers who usually open their emails during weekends and holidays.

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Free Online Printable Coupons: Grocery Store Coupon Discount

2008-09-10T06:31:00.000-07:00

Finding, clipping and organizing coupons, to save money, is a tedious and time consuming task. So, when you carefully thumb through your vast collection of saved coupons, it is disappointing to find that the one you are looking for has just expired. This may be one of the most frustrating aspects of coupon saving, but not anymore, thanks to the Internet.

Imagine having the largest coupon collection possible; while still being able to more quickly find the coupons you are most interested in. This web based, coupon collection also automatically updates, organizes and maintains itself and is always current. Think of all the extra money you
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These coupons can be redeemed when purchasing from major department stores, manufacturer outlets, local merchants and grocery items. Sears, New York & Company, Reebok, Kellogg's, Bausch & Lomb and Quiznos are among the many notable businesses offering discounts and savings through coupons.

There are two major types of Internet coupons: 1) Printable Coupons and, 2) Online Only. Printable coupons will require the use of a printer to print out the specific coupon to take with you at time of purchase. Other coupon sites may require you to install a special printing utility
to ensure that coupons print reliably.

With online only coupons, you will have to make your purchases online over the Internet in order to receive discounts. Be aware of promotion codes that may require you to copy and paste such information at the time of checkout.

You can further increase your online savings by buying from merchants in states that have lower or no sales tax whatsoever; such as, Oregon. Also, take advantage of free shipping promotions whenever possible.

Some coupon sites may require your e-mail address before you can obtain their coupons. Consider using a secondary email address as opposed to your primary personal or business address, especially if you sign up for more than one coupon site.

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The right time to laugh

2008-05-26T20:36:00.001-07:00

If you laugh,

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Tires and ice: Winter driving challenges

2008-01-15T23:17:00.000-08:00

Early winter storms and temperatures that have bounced from sub-freezing to above normal have alerted us to some of the challenges of winter driving. This week in the New York area the sun was brilliant and it was mild enough to walk outside without a coat. Last week the thermometer was down in the low teens. That 50-degree Fahrenheit difference doesn’t just pose a wardrobe dilemma, it may be the reason your car ends up in a ditch instead of staying safely on the road.

Because there’s nothing tempting about checking your tire pressure when the cold is biting and the pavement icy, you may have put it off for months. Bad idea. Tires lose about one pound per square inch (psi) of pressure for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit the temperature drops. (And the reverse is true when the mercury rises.) So the change in temperature from last week to this may mean your tires could be under inflated by five psi—more if they weren’t properly inflated properly to begin with.

Tires that aren’t inflated to the right pressure can lower fuel economy, wear out faster, and handle sluggishly. Worst of all, they may fail. So don’t take it for granted that your tires are safe; check them with an accurate gauge and inflate them to the pressure listed on your car door placard, in the owner’s manual, or in the glove box. (The number on the sidewall of the tire is the maximum to which it should be inflated; stick with the automaker’s recommendation for your particular car.) Our experts advise checking tires at least monthly when temperatures are typical of the season, and again after a big rise or drop. Take the pressure when the tires have been sitting for at least three hours, since tires that have just been driven will have a slightly elevated pressure.

If you drive a car with performance summer tires, you may also find that the cold weather has made them more like wagon wheels. Summer tires that grip just fine when it’s, well, summer, are not meant for freezing weather. In cold conditions, they can become stiff and lose their grip on the road, even when snow and ice aren’t a factor. Switch to all-season or winter tires and save the summer tires for warm weather.

Ice follies
After snow storms earlier this winter led to a flurry of accidents on Connecticut roads, the state announced it would start ticketing drivers who failed to clear the snow and ice from the roofs of their cars or trucks.

Flying ice and snow may do no harm to the driver of the blanketed vehicle, but it can be incredibly dangerous to others. Connecticut’s move came after a woman and her two-year-old child were hurt when ice flew off another car and shattered their windshield.

The AAA says that most states have laws that allow police to ticket drivers of cars covered with ice or snow, even if the law doesn’t spell that hazard out. But there’s no question that it’s the driver’s responsibility to make the car safe enough to be on the road.

Our autos experts offer the following advice:

Run your car with the heat on while you’re clearing the outside. Use a long-handled brush or scraper to remove as much ice and snow as possible.
If you can’t reach the roof easily use a sturdy step stool—but only if your shoes and the ground aren’t slippery. If the ground is too slick, work at the edges of the ice and lift it away from the roof in chunks.
Don’t use road salt or directly scrape the car, both of which can damage the finish.
Consider a warm spray at a car wash, particularly if you have a tall vehicle (though note that car washes have differing rules about allowing snow-covered cars to enter).

If a sheet of ice comes flying at you when you’re on the highway, don’t panic. Swerving and hitting another vehicle risks a serious accident, and will likely cause more damage than getting hit by the ice. Gently apply the brakes and don’t change lanes or stop abruptly without checking that it’s safe.

The End of the World: Louisiana is Disappearing

2008-01-08T22:29:00.001-08:00

Cordellville, Louisiana lies at the exact point Hurricane Katrina made landfall. It’s now my favorite vacation spot in the world.

Cordellville’s only buildings are a small ring of FEMA trailers connected by Chuck Bulot’s patio. He built the patio with the few bricks Katrina left of the house he was born in. It’s just two hours below my hometown of New Orleans. And life here is good.

Cordellville, La.

“I broke two ribs in the storm, but I been laughing so hard this last year they can’t heal,” he says, before sending me into his FEMA trailer to find some cayenne pepper. Spices are all that line his shelves and drawers and all the other spaces where the clutter of his life might have once been... more

Ford Fires Kill Pets and Spread Despair as Year Ends

2008-01-08T22:05:00.000-08:00

Expedition burns in Plant City, Fla.
Consumer Affairs - USA
'Tis the season for Ford fires, though skeptics might say it's been open season on Ford owners for years...

Expedition burns in Plant City, Fla.

The ABS “module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke or fire,” according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall... more

Checklist & Tips for Safe Winter Driving

2008-01-08T20:31:00.000-08:00

No one wants to break down in any season, but especially not in cold or snowy winter weather. Start the season off right by ensuring your vehicle is in optimal condition.

Visit your mechanic for a tune-up or other routine maintenance.
Have your entire vehicle checked thoroughly for any leaks, bad hoses, or other needed part repairs or replacements.
If you plan to use snow tires, have them installed now. Check out www.safercar.gov for tire ratings before purchasing new ones. For existing tires, check to ensure they're properly inflated (as recommended by your vehicle manufacturer), the tread is sufficient with no uneven wear, and that the rubber is in overall good condition. Note that tire rubber starts to degrade after several years, and tires need to be replaced even if they have not seen much wear.

When the temperature drops, so does battery power. Plus, it takes more power to start your vehicle in cold weather than in warm. Find out if your battery is up to the challenges of winter:

Have your mechanic check your battery for sufficient voltage.
Have the charging system and belts inspected.
If necessary, replace the battery and/or make system repairs.

When coolant freezes it expands. Such expansion can potentially damage your vehicle's engine block beyond repair. Don't let this happen to your vehicle this winter!

Make sure you have enough coolant in your vehicle and that it's designed to withstand the winter temperatures you might experience in your area.
A 50/50 mix of coolant to water is sufficient for most regions of the country. See your vehicle owner's manual for specific recommendations.
Thoroughly check the cooling system for leaks or have your mechanic do it for you.
If your system hasn't been “flushed” (draining the system and replacing the coolant) for several years, have it done now. Over time, rust inhibitors in anti-freeze break down and become ineffective. Coolant also needs to be refreshed periodically to remove dirt and rust particles that can clog the cooling system and cause it to fail.

You can go through a lot of windshield wiper fluid fairly quickly in a single snowstorm, so be prepared for whatever Mother Nature might send your way.

Completely fill your vehicle's reservoir before the first snow hits.
Use high-quality, “no-freeze” fluid.
Buy extra to keep on hand in your vehicle.

Safe winter driving depends on achieving and maintaining the best visibility possible.

Make sure your windshield wipers work and replace worn blades.
If you live in an area that gets a lot of snow and ice, consider installing heavy-duty
winter wipers.
Check to see that your window defrosters (front and rear) work properly.

Bathroom Medicine Cabinets Sold at Lowe’s and The Home Depot Retail Outlets Recalled by RSI Home Products Due to Laceration Hazard

2008-01-04T08:26:00.000-08:00

Recall Alert

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

January 3, 2008
Alert #08-533

Bathroom Medicine Cabinets Sold at Lowe’s and The Home Depot Retail Outlets Recalled by RSI Home Products Due to Laceration Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Medicine Cabinets

Units: 8,600

Manufacturer: RSI Home Products, of Anaheim, Calif.

Hazard: The medicine cabinet’s mirrors can separate and break, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: RSI has received two reports of mirrors detaching and breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves three styles of bathroom medicine cabinets sold in 30-, 36- and 48-inch sizes with top lights and three beveled mirror doors: Estate by RSI® Tri-view cabinets with four to six lights, crown molding and three finishes: white, solid oak and maple; Insignia® with a wide variety of finishes and manufactured to consumer specifications provided through Lowe’s; MasterBath® cabinets with a wide variety of finishes and manufactured to consumer specifications provided through The Home Depot.

Sold at: Lowe’s Retail Outlet stores nationwide and at www.Lowes.com from August 2007 through October 2007 for between $140 and $220 (Estate by RSI®); Lowe’s Retail Outlet stores nationwide during September 2007 for between $170 and $250 (Insignia®); The Home Depot Retail Outlet stores nationwide during September 2007 for between $160 and $360 (MasterBath®).

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove and safely dispose of the cabinet’s mirrors. Consumers should contact RSI to receive free replacement mirrors.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact RSI toll-free at (888) 774-8062 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.estatebath.com, www.insigniacabinets.com, www.masterbath.com

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Send the link for this page to a friend! The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $800 billion annually. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270, or visit CPSC's web site at www.cpsc.gov/talk.html. To join a CPSC email subscription list, please go to www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain this release and recall information at CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

Toy Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

2008-01-04T02:52:00.000-08:00

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 3, 2008
Release #08-154

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 867-6763
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Toy Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Metal Toy Wagons

Units: About 15,000

Importer: Tricam Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.

Hazard: Surface paint on the wagon bucket contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves the red metal wagon model MH1250. The wagon has a red steel bucket, a black handle, a black steel axle support, and black tires.

Sold at: Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide from September 2002 through November 2007 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and contact Tricam Industries for instructions on how to return the wagon and obtain a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Tricam Industries at (800) 867-6763 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.tricam.com

Send the link for this page to a friend! The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $800 billion annually. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270, or visit CPSC's web site at www.cpsc.gov/talk.html. To join a CPSC email subscription list, please go to www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain this release and recall information at CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov.