The Christmas Tree
• Get a recently cut tree. It will remain green longer and take lesser fire risk.
• Always inspect for freshness prior to buying. A tree with greater humidity content is more secure.
• Put the tree into a stand comprising 2 or 3 liters of water and renew it daily. Make certain it is permanently in water.
• You should not place your tree close to a heat source, like a radiator, fireplace, television, heating pipe, etc. The Christmas tree should not block the doors or windows.
• Never put lighted candles on the tree.
• Take the tree away in two weeks. After that time span in a well heated house even the freshest Christmas tree may begin to dry out.

Decorations
• Select decorations that are fire-resistant, flameproof and non-conductive.
• If you have very small kids or pets in your home, do not use tiny decorations.
• You should not use glass wool together with spray-on snowflakes. This combination is very flammable.
• Put no metallic adornments on the tree. In case they contact with faulty wiring they might be a shock exposure.

Lights
• Use the appropriate lights for the environment. Inside light sets must not be used outside as they do not have enough water-resistant connections.
• Examine light strings prior to using. Inspect for broken bulbs and for worn, out of order or exposed wires and dispose of them if defective.
• You should not set electric light sets on metallic trees. A defective system may energize the tree and shock anybody coming into contact.
• Switch off all display and tree lights before going to bed or leaving the house.

Candles
• Put candles away from completely anything that might start fire.
• You should not leave the candles burning when you are out.
• Place candles in steady holders on a firm surface, quite away from blinds, kids and pets.
• Blow them out prior to leaving the room or going to bed.