Many of us have heard the phrase “safety comes first,” and for good reason. Whether you’re frying donuts at home or fixing something under the hood of your car, a little caution can go a long way. It’s one of those simple rules that applies to almost every situation, yet it’s easy to overlook in everyday life.
Keeping that in mind, we’ve gathered some of the most useful answers to the question: “What is a safety tip everyone should know?” When this was asked online, people shared surprisingly practical and eye-opening advice. So keep scrolling to discover tips that might just come in handy when you least expect it.
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If you ever need to call 911 give the address or location first in case you are disconnected
If you’re kidnapped and put into the trunk/boot of a car, feel around everywhere you can to try and find the ‘emergency trunk latch’, most cars have those nowadays! Another tactic is to try and kick the tail light out from the inside. If you can break through the tail light stick your hand through and wave at the people behind you.
If another car is driving erratically, give them as much space as you can. You can’t control other drivers but you can control yourself.
Don't touch knives to test their sharpness.
indigofoxgivesnofox:
Emergency dispatcher here, this is good advice. To add to it, if you are unable to give the address or it's unsafe for you to speak directly into the phone (or signals attacker you are calling) then PLEASE keep an open line and do what you can to indicate you have an emergency. It can be yelling out what they are doing, telling them no, saying calmly what's going on, just something that clues us your call is not just a pocket dial. The longer you stay on the line, the better chance we have of getting an accurate location -- as long as you are near enough cell towers, we can usually get a location of your phone, even if it's off a hundred meters or so. I will always make a call if my gut tells me something is wrong, so help us help you.
If you’re kidnapped and put into the trunk/boot of a car, feel around everywhere you can to try and find the ‘emergency trunk latch’, most cars have those nowadays! Another tactic is to try and kick the tail light out from the inside. If you can break through the tail light stick your hand through and wave at the people behind you.
If another car is driving erratically, give them as much space as you can. You can’t control other drivers but you can control yourself.
Don't touch knives to test their sharpness.
indigofoxgivesnofox:
Emergency dispatcher here, this is good advice. To add to it, if you are unable to give the address or it's unsafe for you to speak directly into the phone (or signals attacker you are calling) then PLEASE keep an open line and do what you can to indicate you have an emergency. It can be yelling out what they are doing, telling them no, saying calmly what's going on, just something that clues us your call is not just a pocket dial. The longer you stay on the line, the better chance we have of getting an accurate location -- as long as you are near enough cell towers, we can usually get a location of your phone, even if it's off a hundred meters or so. I will always make a call if my gut tells me something is wrong, so help us help you.
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Beyond chemicals, there’s also the physical toll. “Art doesn’t always look physically demanding,” Amey says, “but it can be. Spending hours drawing, sculpting, or working on a computer can lead to stiffness, back pain, and repetitive strain injuries. It’s something you only really notice after doing it day in and day out.”
#22
If a gator bites you, clog its nostrils with your thumbs. It will need to open its mouth to breathe. When its mouth opens, get out of its mouth and run.
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#23
Make an emergency go bag for everywhere you frequent (use car, work, home). Make sure to update it regularly for fresher food and water in case of natural disasters.
Twirlingbarbie:
Yeah emergency bag and always have an extra blanket in the car in case you have to spend the night in your car
Twirlingbarbie:
Yeah emergency bag and always have an extra blanket in the car in case you have to spend the night in your car
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#24
When using a knife or other sharp object to open a box or other packages, always cut with your am moving away from your body.
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When asked about safety tips, Amey keeps it refreshingly simple and practical. He emphasizes the importance of working in well-ventilated spaces, especially when handling paints, solvents, or any strong-smelling materials that can irritate your lungs. He also stresses the value of basic protective gear (gloves, masks, even aprons) whenever there’s a chance of skin contact or inhaling fumes. And whenever possible, he suggests swapping out toxic chemicals for safer, less harmful alternatives. These steps might seem small or even obvious at first glance, but Amey points out that consistent care over time protects not just your health, but your ability to keep creating freely and safely for years to come.
#25
It’s smart to always know another route to reach your destination.
Peterthemonster:
This. I know the way from and to most places with many alternate routes. One time I was being followed home by a car. I had a gut feeling and tested taking a senseless route (like taking a very complicated and intricate route into many streets instead of just taking the main avenue) and the car kept following me. At that point I knew that I had to stay away from my home as much as possible, so I drove in an opposite direction and reached the nearest police station. I parked outside and the car raced away.
Peterthemonster:
This. I know the way from and to most places with many alternate routes. One time I was being followed home by a car. I had a gut feeling and tested taking a senseless route (like taking a very complicated and intricate route into many streets instead of just taking the main avenue) and the car kept following me. At that point I knew that I had to stay away from my home as much as possible, so I drove in an opposite direction and reached the nearest police station. I parked outside and the car raced away.
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#26
When there's a passing in your family, do not leave the person's home and belongings unattended during the funeral, especially if it's been posted in the paper. My family experienced two robberies during funerals before we learned our lesson, my aunt's jewelry was never recovered.
I know it seems like something out of a bad movie, but it's happened more than a few times in the real world. Now we always ask someone to sit at the house while the funeral is taking place and I've sat for friends while they buried their loved ones too.
-Shneezycat-:
My husbands nan and grandads house was in a bad fire where they had to move out. This was in the paper stating the road it was on. They had two robberies. Jewellery presents grandchildren money all gone they threw the dogs ashes everywhere. They weren't allowed to collect these items due to the house being unsafe. Second robbery was stealing copper or some kind of expensive material. Be careful guys
I know it seems like something out of a bad movie, but it's happened more than a few times in the real world. Now we always ask someone to sit at the house while the funeral is taking place and I've sat for friends while they buried their loved ones too.
-Shneezycat-:
My husbands nan and grandads house was in a bad fire where they had to move out. This was in the paper stating the road it was on. They had two robberies. Jewellery presents grandchildren money all gone they threw the dogs ashes everywhere. They weren't allowed to collect these items due to the house being unsafe. Second robbery was stealing copper or some kind of expensive material. Be careful guys
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#27
A falling knife has no handle.
anonymous:
Same with falling soldering irons. Ask me how I know...
jodyze:
I work in the meat departement of a grocery store, 3 of my coworkers got cut that way. Thankfully not deep and even more thankfully the wound didnt infect from chicken/beef bacterias
But yeah, if you drop a knife, take a full step back like of you just touched a stovetop. Your feet will be safer that way
anonymous:
Same with falling soldering irons. Ask me how I know...
jodyze:
I work in the meat departement of a grocery store, 3 of my coworkers got cut that way. Thankfully not deep and even more thankfully the wound didnt infect from chicken/beef bacterias
But yeah, if you drop a knife, take a full step back like of you just touched a stovetop. Your feet will be safer that way
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Just like Amey’s advice is simple yet practical, the safety tips in this post are just as useful in everyday life. They cover everything from protecting your hearing to staying alert around potential scams. Sometimes, it’s the small habits that make the biggest difference. Which of these tips stood out to you the most? Share them with your friends and family—you never know who might need that one piece of advice.
#28
Steel toed shoes have saved me countless times.
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#29
If a fire starts in your house and gets out of control, try and isolate that room by shutting doors and windows to it if you can. Modern houses burn incredibly fast, but cutting off the supply of new oxygen slows it down a bit and gives you more time to escape.
iNoScopedJFK101:
but then once the door gets opened won't the oxygen rush in and create an "explosion" idk how true that is but i heard it before
uncertain_expert:
The firefighters have techniques to avoid this - one is a small diameter high-pressure nozzle that they can use to almost ‘inject’ water into a room whilst keeping doors closed.
iNoScopedJFK101:
but then once the door gets opened won't the oxygen rush in and create an "explosion" idk how true that is but i heard it before
uncertain_expert:
The firefighters have techniques to avoid this - one is a small diameter high-pressure nozzle that they can use to almost ‘inject’ water into a room whilst keeping doors closed.
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#30
Idk if counts as a safety tip but anyways, if the dog is agressive without reason do not be scared of him, be scared of the owner.
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#31
If you get a flat on the highway, pull way off the road to change it. If possible, get away from traffic altogether--pull into a parking lot or driveway. About once a month, a driver in the US gets run over and ended while changing a flat tire.
Driving (slowly) on a flat tire isn't especially dangerous. It might bend your rim, which is bad, but nobody ever passed of a bent rim.
anonymous:
You can also pull into the grass to avoid bending the rim.
Driving (slowly) on a flat tire isn't especially dangerous. It might bend your rim, which is bad, but nobody ever passed of a bent rim.
anonymous:
You can also pull into the grass to avoid bending the rim.
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#32
Alot of internet self defence classes are wrong or are mis-informing at best. Please seek professionals or people with actual training
Never bunch ya keys in ya hand, more likely to damage your hands. The bottom of a closed fist in a throat is a much better avenue. Or nails.
If ya can help it NEVER LET THEM PUT CABLE TIES ON YOU! While a lot of classes claim to teach you to break out of them I can assure you you wont break out of even basic construction ties you can get most places.
Go for the throat and the eyes and the balls if they're a man and run and make NOISE. Dont worry about hurting them. Put them out proper if you have to.
Keep your chin tucked in if your in a chokehold but also clench your jaw and push your tongue to your teeth. Helps stop your jaw breaking or moving away.
If your country let's you, carry mace in a pocket or a bra. Dont keep it in a bag if ya can help it.
Never bunch ya keys in ya hand, more likely to damage your hands. The bottom of a closed fist in a throat is a much better avenue. Or nails.
If ya can help it NEVER LET THEM PUT CABLE TIES ON YOU! While a lot of classes claim to teach you to break out of them I can assure you you wont break out of even basic construction ties you can get most places.
Go for the throat and the eyes and the balls if they're a man and run and make NOISE. Dont worry about hurting them. Put them out proper if you have to.
Keep your chin tucked in if your in a chokehold but also clench your jaw and push your tongue to your teeth. Helps stop your jaw breaking or moving away.
If your country let's you, carry mace in a pocket or a bra. Dont keep it in a bag if ya can help it.
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#34
If you fall into water don’t try to swim no matter what your head tells you. Instead focus on breathing and let yourself float instead. It may just save your life.
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#35
Don't sweep away mouse poo, it can carry an extremely deadly virus called hanta virus that is almost always fatal if you get it.
Per CDC wait a full week before touching it as the virus usually is gone after a few days then you can clean up safely.
Per CDC wait a full week before touching it as the virus usually is gone after a few days then you can clean up safely.
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#36
Be kind to your ears... Wear hearing protection whenever you're spending time in a loud environment. Note that tge acceptable time without protection goes down the louder it is. In the US, a worker can spend about 8 hours at 85 dB. For a rock concert, power tools, etc, you're better off using hearing protection right from the start, and every time. Hearing damage is sort of a one way street. I just keep a little container with earplugs on my keyring so I don't get caught somewhere without them.
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#37
Sharpen your knives. Dull knives are so much more dangerous than sharp ones.
CarrotCumin:
Unfortunately, this doesn't always track. Most people are very used to using dull knives and as a result have never learned proper knife technique, so they do things like cutting in or towards their hand, expecting to be able to safely touch the edge. I have been told by bloody-handed friends that I keep my knives too sharp-they've never cut themselves on their knives at home, but they do when they use my knives..
For some reason people get a little testy when I warn them about their bad knife technique. Then when they cut themselves it's suddenly the knifes fault.
CarrotCumin:
Unfortunately, this doesn't always track. Most people are very used to using dull knives and as a result have never learned proper knife technique, so they do things like cutting in or towards their hand, expecting to be able to safely touch the edge. I have been told by bloody-handed friends that I keep my knives too sharp-they've never cut themselves on their knives at home, but they do when they use my knives..
For some reason people get a little testy when I warn them about their bad knife technique. Then when they cut themselves it's suddenly the knifes fault.
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#38
For anyone caught in a rip dont panic go with the flow if your being dragged out. If you can swim sideways not toward shore as this is the fastest way to become exhausted. If multiple people are caught with you in the rip and help arrives always tell them who is the weakest swimmer this can save their life from drowning.
Adastra1018:
Also, learn what a rip tide looks like and avoid them. A lot of swimmers go straight for them as it looks like the calmest part of the water and then they're in trouble.
Adastra1018:
Also, learn what a rip tide looks like and avoid them. A lot of swimmers go straight for them as it looks like the calmest part of the water and then they're in trouble.
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#39
The signs of a stroke:
F.A.S.T
F-face, one side of the persons face is drooping
A-arms, ask the person to hold their arms up, if one is drooping, it’s a stroke
S- speech, the person slurrs their words as if they’re drunk when asked to repeat a phrase
T- time. Mark the time the symptoms started and get to an ER ASAP.
F.A.S.T
F-face, one side of the persons face is drooping
A-arms, ask the person to hold their arms up, if one is drooping, it’s a stroke
S- speech, the person slurrs their words as if they’re drunk when asked to repeat a phrase
T- time. Mark the time the symptoms started and get to an ER ASAP.
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#40
Never leave your house without a filled water bottle, you never know when your next drink of water will be.
Never assume people like being touched (even after covid) I am so thankful for the social distancing rule because people always assumed I like giving hugs (I don't even like shaking your hand).
Never assume people like being touched (even after covid) I am so thankful for the social distancing rule because people always assumed I like giving hugs (I don't even like shaking your hand).
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