Safety

Safety and first-aid classes, resources and services. Also see: ?Martial Arts? for self-defense classes.

American Red Cross

Classes (12+) in first aid, CPR, earthquake and disaster preparedness, pet first aid, baby-sitter training and child-care provider training; also water safety (5+).


Car Seat Safety

Information on car seats, including proper use and installation, recalls, boosters, car seat checkup events and technical information.


Child-Proofing Services

Private agencies that provide in-home child-proofing, including labor, products, materials and estimates


Consumer Product Safety Commission

The 24-hour hotline is designed to protect the public against unreasonable risks of injuries and deaths associated with consumer products.


County Fire Authorities

Information available on a variety of safety-related topics, including model rockets, pools, earthquake preparedness, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, home exit drills, kitchen fires, hazardous materials, and burn prevention and treatment.


Disaster Checklists and Kits

Organizations that offer disaster preparedness checklists and kits.


Identification Cards

The Department of Motor Vehicles offers identification cards (all ages) with photo; valid for six years.


z-Additional Resources

Web-based safety resources for kids.