It turkey stuffin' time! Published Nov. 2, 2012 By Neil Townley 17th Training Wing Safety Office GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Thanksgiving is right around the corner and the 17th Training Wing Safety Office would like to take this time to offer a few reminders when it comes to some common hazards associated with this holiday: Turkey fryers and fires · Don't overfill the pot · Don't drop in a frozen turkey · Fry in an open area with a fire extinguisher near by · Be aware that fires are common during this holiday · Now's a good time to check smoke detectors and change batteries Piggin' out · Stay in the kitchen while food is cooking · Keep pots out of reach of children · Use pot holders and oven mitts · Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold, store leftover food immediately · Use a thermometer to ensure food is cooked to the proper temperature · Review steps to take if someone is choking · Don't eat too much! Pets · Keep a close eye on pets · Be aware that turkey bones are sharp and can splinter causing internal damage · Know what foods are dangerous to dogs · Know that animals can get excited when there are a lot of activities going on around them and react in different ways Drinking · Let guests know what you expect if they are drinking at your residence · Have a plan and stick to it · Designate a driver to pick people up and take them home Shopping and stressing · Avoid the crowds if possible, why not shop from home? · The more traffic you are around, the more likelihood there is for a mishap to occur · Keep your cool, people are crazy and will become stressed easily during the holidays · Keep an eye on your children and your wallet in crowded stores
