We all know many dads who enjoy the challenged of DIY in the home, always creating, fixing and repairing things. So many in fact, that the global DIY market was worth a staggering $43 billion dollars, and home improvement stores produced $144 billion in 2017/18. With DIY in the home comes the potential risks of you being exposed to harmful chemical substances, so here we will look at the everyday products that you use, and what to look for to minimize the health risks.
Read MoreWith people taking up outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, backpacking, sailing, camping, trekking and many more, there is need for utmost protection when you are out there. But as you embrace these open spaces, the urge to go further and further is too great to ignore. Here are 5 reasons to have a personal locator beacon
Read MoreWhen you’re taking care of your home, there are going to be times where you’ll have to break out your ladder and venture up toward your gutters or your roof. So to ensure that your home improvement project doesn’t end up costing you more in medical bills than it does in materials, here are three tips for staying safe when you’re working on the roof or another high area of your home.
Read MoreDo you know that a home is being burgled every 15 seconds in the US? With tech innovations, criminals are more equipped than ever. Here's a guide on how to upgrade an old alarm system and updates on modern alarm system features.
Read MoreOnce your child knows how to ride a bike, they’re going to want to ride this bike more and more often, which means that they’ll potentially be putting themselves in harm’s way more and more often. Luckily, there are things you can teach your child that will help him or her stay safe even while riding their bikes on or near the road. To show you exactly what, here are three things to teach your kids about bike safety.
Read MoreEvery business has sensitive data and critical information to protect — yours included. In the event of a burglary, thieves could access precious files and leave you in a vulnerable position. Regardless of your reasons, you may find choosing the right safe difficult. To help make the buying process easier, our experts have put together some key tips below …
Read MoreA welder is a crucial cog in the wheel in the industries such as civil engineering, construction, aerospace, manufacturing, marine engineering, transport etc. as he is the one who puts all the pieces together. A new welder may sometimes make mistakes due to lack of proper training, however, even experienced welders can make mistakes due to lack of practice or improper understanding of the requirements.
There are some very common welding mistakes that some welders make. Sometimes welders themselves do not realize that they are making a mistake. However, these common and small mistakes cannot be fixed easily and can have grave consequences. But all these common welding mistakes can be avoided. Let’s take a look at some common welding mistakes and how to avoid them.
Read MoreRoad work construction is a dangerous profession. With vehicles flying past at close quarters, most of the time in the darkness of night, the men and women that work on the roads put themselves at risk every time they do their job. Procedures can be put in place, though, to ensure the safety of road construction workers. To see just what you should be doing, below are three tips for staying safe.
Read MoreWelding involves joining two pieces of metal together. The art of welding is very fascinating. However, welding is not easy for those who have never done it before. This is because you must have skill and experience in metal work. You can’t therefore wake up one day and start welding. Whether you want to weld for money or you are a DIY maniac, you must commit yourself to learning the skill. As a matter of fact, watching videos on YouTube is not enough. You must apply what you have seen practically for the skill to sink into your mind. Here are some tips that can help beginners weld like pros.
Read MoreMost parents will balk at the idea of taking their children to see wild animals in their natural habitat. However, taking your children on a wildlife adventure can be one of the best things that you can do this year as it can help them see the world in a brand new way. Here’s a dad’s guide to taking children on a wildlife adventure.
Read MoreYour online reputation is almost akin to a part of the human body these days. It follows you wherever you go, it can become ill, and can cause you harm even whilst you sleep! For these reasons it is important to take steps to build and protect your online reputation on a regular basis. The good news is that with regular effort online reputation management can be simpler than you might think.
Read MoreWe have all seen news stories about the increased stress that our youth face these days, and the increase in the effects of anxiety and alcohol featuring so destructively in their fledgling lives has led to countless problems in our society. So in this article we will first explore how parents can detect the symptoms of severe anxiety with the young, that often leads to alcohol and drug abuse, and then explore to best deal with what has become an everyday problem
Read MoreWith summer in full swing, many of us are seeking some respite from the heat in swimming pools. If you have a swimming pool in your backyard, make sure that it is safe for your kids. There are some rules which ensure that the fun isn’t spoiled by an incident of any kind. The CDC issued a disturbing statistic which should make you seriously consider implementing strict pool rules.
Read MoreText messaging remains one of the most popular forms of communication for kids who own phones. A 2015 survey found that 88% of US teenagers aged 13 to 17 have access to a mobile phone of some kind and a majority of teens have smartphones (73%). This number rises to over 90% of teenagers if you include other devices.
Read MoreIt always feels like there is some DIY to do in our humble abode. In fact, our list seems ever growing of changes to make to the house. But a surprising amount of people end up getting injuries when doing DIY at home.
Read MoreStudies show that over the last few decades every generation of kids is becoming harder to control by their parents. There are a lot of reasons why children are becoming more and more unruly, the biggest being the easy and widespread access to technology and the internet...
Read MoreThe biggest selling video games tend to be over the top in all regards. The graphics are breathtaking, the gaming worlds are enormous, and the gameplay is memorable. However, elements that many parents would find undesirable also tend to...
Read MoreIt’s fair to say that the internet is supposed to make life easier. That’s what everyone claims, anyway. We work online now, we date online now, we buy, we do everything and it’s meant to be a piece of cake. That’s not true for dads though...
Read MoreThings might be plain sailing at the moment. However, it’s never a good idea to assume that will always be the case. Especially if you have a family that relies on you. There might be sudden huge costs in home repairs, or you might get injured and find yourself contending with medical bills...
Read MoreYou may be attracted by the speed of the superbikes, the low guttural drawl of a chopper or want something classical like a harley. Bikes are awesome, and whether you want to ride them as part of a hobby or as your full time transport this guide can help you get started. They can be quite dangerous...
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