11/26/2025
🎄 Holiday Tree Safety Tips
Keep your home safe and your holidays bright by following these important safety reminders when purchasing and caring for a live tree:
🌲 Choosing & Preparing Your Tree
Select a tree with fresh, green needles that don’t fall off when touched.
Before placing it in the stand, cut 2 inches off the base of the trunk.
Set up your tree at least 3 feet away from heat sources (fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, lights).
Ensure your tree does not block any exits.
💧 Tree Care
Add water daily to keep your tree fresh and reduce fire risk.
💡 Lighting Safety
Use lights that have the label of a recognized testing laboratory.
Check whether your lights are indoor or outdoor rated.
Replace strings with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections.
Do not connect more than 3 strands of mini lights or 50 bulbs for screw-in sets.
Follow manufacturer instructions for maximum LED connections.
Never use lit candles on or near the tree.
Stay safe and enjoy a bright, happy holiday season!
Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.
