The Honolulu Fire Department offers the following monthly safety tip for July 2008: With our island keiki on summer break, this is an opportune time to review your home surroundings for potentially dangerous situations.

Take the time to childproof your home. Check for situations that may cause electrical shock, accidental falls, and/or poisoning from unsecured medications, cleaning products, and/or houseplants.

Ensure swimming pools are properly fenced and gated. An alarm on the door from the house to the pool can help prevent unattended keiki from drowning.

Keep matches and lighters in a safe, secured place away from children.