INS Wants To Assure A Safe Holiday
December 29th, 2009 | by admin |The Instituto Nacional de Seguros (INS) – state insurer – began their year end campaign to prevent traffic accidents, fire and other emergencies.
On hand near the Juan Santamaría (San José) airport this weekend was a team of firefighters handing out flyers to motorists to make them aware of the safety precautions to take.
The objective of the campaign is to get the public to take preventive measures when driving or enjoying the beaches and at home, minimizing the risk of fire, which are common during this time of year.
The recommendations is travelling to the beaches and resorts is to ensure that the vehicle in good mechanical state, drive defensively, don’t speed and don’t drink and drive.
At the beach to wear sun protection and be aware of the water levels, strong currents and undercurrents.
If home is to be left alone, disconnect all electrical appliances and anything that could be a potential fire hazards, like a dried out Christmas tree and a faulty light socket or lamp.
