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Safety Tips for Homeowners

Many household products, even when brand new, can pose certain hazards. That's why UL offers several safety tips and guidelines to help ensure the safe operation and quality of products you keep in or around your home. One easy-to-remember tip is always look for the UL Mark on products you own or intend to purchase. It's your one assurance that representative samples have been tested and found to be free of foreseeable safety hazards, like electric shock, fire, mechanical dangers -- even radiation. Download or order UL's Consumer Safety Guide and you're taking the first step in protecting yourself and family from risks associated with household products.

Have you given your home a "safety checkup" lately? Check out UL's Room by Room Safety Checklist.