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Personal Safety and Security
Personal Safety and Security is the category to ask questions for which answers will keep you safe and secure, especially in and around your home and property. Samples of topics you might want to ask about are security systems, smoke alarms, the best tile to use to prevent falls, the safest equipment to use around the house, how to prevent intruders, and anything that has to do with your personal safety and security.
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Will your roof leak if you lose a rooftop wind turbine?
Yes if it rains it will leak into the attic or overhead space until it is saturated then it will leak thru the ceiling.
What kind of ladders are the safest?
The ladder is the safest that has been properly constructed, is in good repair and is used properly. Beyond that,one type of ladder is not safer than another, by different types are more suitable for some uses than others, and if used improperly become less safe.
More details on ladder typeLadder safety really depends a lot on the individual, but the highest rated ladder would be the safest.
A Type LA ladder is for industrial use and has a load (weight) capacity of up to 300 pounds.
Type I is for industrial use with a load (weight) capacity of up to 250 pounds.
Type II is for commercial use with a load (weight) capacity of up to 225 pounds.
Type III is for household use and is a light-duty ladder with a load (weight) capacity of up to 200 pounds.
A household light-duty ladder (Type III) is good for most chores, like cleaning gutters, painting, etc., but for building projects and roofing, a Type LA ladder that holds up to 300 pounds should be used.
Why would my son's bedroom wall be very warm to the touch with no outlet's even near?
If it's an exterior wall it could use more insulation in it to block the sun's heat or in winter the cold. Or if it's near a kitchen or bathroom it could be the heat from the hot water pipe. Also wall receptacles do not get hot unless over loaded. How long has it been hot? I noticed it 2 days ago. It's in my son's bedroom, right next to where he sleeps, of all places. So I'm concerned. It's about a 2' x 2' area and it is an exterior wall. There are no outlet's on that wall at all.
What is meant by Video Surveillance?
Video surveillance is basically the monitoring of an area with some form of video recording device. This would be primarily in locations where security is very important or heavily trafficked public locations.
What are the top rated home security systems?
Top rated fall in several categories. Top rated home automation, top rated prices, top rated customer service etc. These are companies that will monitor your property. You may also choose to monitor your own property by installing surveillance cameras. You will need to research what is available in your area and determine which system fits your particular needs.
Are Concrete Storm Shelters safe from lightning?
concrete is not a conductor of elec. a well built shelter would be steel reinforced . Much safer than a steel one Dennis Vail 40 years building of building concrete storm cellars and saferooms on site cellarman100@hotmail.com
Humans and other animals routinely eat poultry. Unless there exist very rare factors involving their diet - which would prove clearly detrimental to the health of the birds in any case - they are not poisonous.
Well i wouldn't suggest having your kids grow up near a prision.
List any four causes for accidents?
There are many different types of accidents. Each type of accident can have a different cause. Here are four common reasons for accidents: human error, excessive drinking, lack of skill, and not paying attention.
When should you replace the co2 cylinder and inflatable PFD?
According to the manufacturers instructions.
Why are white men scared of black men?
Maybe its just because I've been studying Jujitsu since I was eight years old, but last time I checked, white men aren't scared of black men. And the fact that you said that makes you prejudiced.
Scared of what? that you'll pull out a knife or an UZI on me?
Which burglar deterrent CD is better www DeterrentSounds com or www audioguard com?
I would vote for Audioguard. It's cheaper and the sound quality and the subliminal aspect is awesome
The guy who put audioguard together is a Grammy award winning sound engineer who really knows his stuff. Also its endorsed by the police and they even buy it.
Actually, there is a new kid on the block. The MP3 downloadable file, with burglar deterrent sounds, www.SuperDeterrent.com. Way cheaper than Audioguard. SuperDeterrent CD is $3.99, while Audioguard is $40.00. Also, you don't need Grammy award winner to record your kitchen and bathroom sounds! It's ridiculous! You listen the sounds through the closed, wooden door. What quality do you expect then? Audioguard is overkill! (Also, www.DeterrentSounds.com is down, those guys are not in the game, it appears). SuperDeterrent has crisp noices, huge variety, and I use it literary every day when I go to work. I would vote for www.SuperDeterrent.com
What is government surveillance?
If you personally, or your transactions (bank, phone, internet,etc) are being observed and/or recorded by a Government Official, or Agency, you are under Government Surveillance.
Which is the best possible method to prevent drowning from a fall overboard or a capsizing?
Easy one: The best possible method to prevent drowning from a fall overboard or capsizing is to HAVE ONES LIFE VEST ON. So simple - and so relatively few people do it.
As long as you are emotionally, mentally and physically ready for sex there is nothing about it that is inherently bad and some things that are very good about sex. Sex can feel bad when one is coerced into becoming sexually active before they are ready. If you are feeling bad after having sex you might want to reconsider whether you are ready to be in a sexual relationship.
How do you protect yourself from Ebola virus?
Ebola virus so far remains in the continent of Africa and only has an occasional outbreak. The easiest way to protect yourself from it is to stay away from the regions where it exists. Failing that the next best protection is to avoid contact with people who are infected with it, or with the blood of such people.
How do you align an infrared garage door safety beam?
You have a sensor at each track. Each sensor has a red or green light. Move the sensor until the light turns green. Use a string if you have to. The sensors have to "see" each other.
How do you find out if the earth wire is connected to ground?
Use an ohm meter to measure the resistance between what you are calling the earth wire and the earth. The earth is either a grounding rod driven into the earth or, if there is a suitable copper water pipe or cast iron drain pipe going into the ground, you can use that as the earth side of the measurement.
By the National Electric Code the Neutral (White) and Ground (Bare or Green) should be bonded together only at the main electric breaker panel. This is where you should find the ground rod. You should read zero ohms from the wire to ground.
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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.
Before you do any work yourself,
on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,
always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
What are door knobs and locks and hings made of?
Much residential door hardware is made of brass. However, depending on the quality of the hardware more brass or less brass is used. High quality hardware (for example Baldwin Hardware or Hager Hinge) is made of heavy gauge (thickness) tarnish & scratch resistant brass. Lower quality hardware (for example Kwikset and store branded hardware) is made of thin gauge (thickness) brass. Sometimes lower quality hardware is brass clad steel or brass plated steel.
How can you open a safe if you forget the combination?
You can contact the manufacturer of the safe and they will be able to get you the combination. You may need to supply them with a notarized letter stating you are the owner of that safe. Otherwise, a locksmith can get into the safe and change the combination for you.
Why does my Motion Detector Security Light stay on but will not go out after several minutes?
maybe it's still picking you up on its sensor. if you're in a position to see it, than it can probably "see" you. So, despite you being still, it may still notice your small movements.
Either that, or there may be a raptor behind you moving around.
