Safety is the state of being safe, the condition of being protected against physical, social, spiritual, financial, political, emotional, occupational, psychological or other types or consequences of failure, damage, error, accidents, harm or any other event which could be considered dangerous. Protection is from both the cause and from exposure to something that is not safe. It can include physical protection or that of possessions. Safety is often in relation to some guarantee of a standard of insurance to the quality and unharmful function of a thing or organization. It is used in order to ensure that the thing or organization will do only what it is wanted to do.
Risks and responses
Safety is generally interpreted as implying a real and significant impact on risk of death, injury or damage to property. In response to perceived risks many interventions may be proposed with engineering responses and regulation being two of the most common.
Probably the most common individual response to perceived safety issues is insurance, which compensates for or provides restitution in the case of damage or loss.
On Location: Trading New York for Midwest Grit Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:45:42 -0000 A couple moved from one of the grandest buildings on the Upper West Side to a converted flour mill on the Mississippi riverfront, with few regrets.
Living Together: In Studies of Virtual Twins, Nature Wins Again Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:39:54 -0000 When parents pursue several ways to have a child, the stage is set for virtual twins, genetic strangers who share an environment from an early point in life.
At Home With: The Ambassador of Handmade Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:38:15 -0000 The proprietor of a crafts store and gallery, Faythe Levine is also the prime documentarian and patron saint of what she calls the handmade nation.
Annuals, Perennials and a Centennial Thu, 04 Sep 2008 03:32:21 -0000 Ruth Bancroft, who turned 100 on Tuesday, is the namesake of a world-renowned three-acre garden of succulents about 25 miles east of San Francisco.
Shopping for Party Centerpieces With David Stark Thu, 04 Sep 2008 03:31:21 -0000 The New York event designer David Stark shopped for materials to create three centerpieces for parties big on style but small on waste.
The Fix: Putting the Pool Into Storage Thu, 04 Sep 2008 03:25:03 -0000 It’s time to close the pool, and time to brush up on pool maintenance.
L.A. Times - Home & Garden
Landscape rules on how much lawn is enough differ by city Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Depending on what city you live in (and sometimes what part of your city), the rules vary that govern how much greenery you have . Best to check before ripping out the grass and pouring concrete.
KEEPING that thick, verdant blanket of grass watered in these dog days of summer is about as economical and conservation-minded an enterprise as gassing up the family SUV for the weekly commute or a long-distance vacation. It costs a bundle, and pretty soon you have to do it all over again.
Henry E. Huntington's promised land in San Marino Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700 For the developer, it was never about the mansion that is now the Huntington Art Gallery. It was about the land.
This new column will explore the ghosts of Southern California's residential landscape -- social, political or cultural landmarks that have since been destroyed or altered beyond recognition.
The little guy's first day of kindergarten Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700 He eagerly trots off to school while Dad marvels at the well-traveled road to the school steps.
SO WE SAY O WE SAY an Ave Maria and send the little guy off to school for the very first time. Kindergarten . . . the bunny lair of lower education.
Garden events in the Southland Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Louise Gonzalez will lead a workshop on "Summer in the Native Garden."
TODAY
Botanist floor samples sale at Orange22 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Also last chance: Environment Furniture at 20% to 70% off.
THE SALES keep coming, so we keep sharing. Here you'll find the latest home furnishings discounts on the Web and in Southern California stores. Look for the online version of this report with additional listings and convenient hyperlinks: latimes.com/home .
John Nyquist carves a reputation for midcentury classics Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The influence, and value, of the woodworker's enduring midcentury pieces continue to grow.
SHIRLEY NYQUIST, the vivacious record-keeper of her husband's furniture-making business, pulls out a typewritten list from 1960 showing a walnut armchair with sculpted back and upholstered seat priced at $125. And today? That same chair would be $4,500.
Christian Science Monitor | The Home Forum
Lessons from the library lions Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 The qualities embodied in the statues' nicknames came in handy during college and beyond.
She can fly! Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 Piloting a hot-air balloon takes strength and skill, but this woman makes it look like a breeze.
Welcome wake-up call Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 The recorded telemarketing message asked for money the woman didn't have. But it reminded her how rich she really was.
What makes a home beautiful Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
Vacation cottages that are ready to roll Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 Park models are small but luxurious 'trailers' that are becoming increasingly popular around the country.
How getting into a good argument makes us all shine Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:00:00 -0500 In this political season it's heartening to know that the word 'argue' is rooted in the idea of 'making something clear.'
Denver Post: Lifestyle
And you can forget about house calls, too.
editor@denverpost.com (The Denver Post)
Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:25:49 -0600
Getting a doctor's appointment isn't easy, said 73 percent of people surved by the Commonwealth Fund.
Road to wellness
cmartin@denverpost.com (By Claire Martin / The Denver Post)
Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:24:22 -0600
What a difference 167 days can make. Since late April, Arvada residents Steve and Julie Erck and their sons, Dan and Aaron, have revolutionized their approach to diet and exercise.
Reality vs. the "running is risky" people
editor@denverpost.com (By Katherine Hobson / U.S. News and World Report)
Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:08:44 -0600
Every person who takes up running has, at one time or another, been confronted by a helpful critic who is more than happy to reel off the reasons running will ruin your life. It will cripple you in your later years; you might drop dead in the middle of a marathon; and on and on. As an avid runner, I have a lot riding on whether these ideas about the sport are true. Here is a look at four questionable claims about running and health, including results from a new study looking at running, longevity and disability.
Crime Doctor - Security tips from Chris E. McGoey, in the fields of security, loss prevention, and crime prevention.
Meta Description: [ Crime Doctor Website. Extensive collection of original articles about security for home, family, business, security consultant, Chris McGoey. Security Expert Witness. ]
Epinions: Household Precautions - Consumer-generated reviews, buying tips and advice, ratings, price information, and searchable in a variety of ways from price to product type.
Meta Description: [ Read Reviews on Digital Cameras, Cars, Books, Movies, Music and More. ]
Home Security Alarm Systems - Offers security systems comparison shopping.
Meta Description: [ Home Security Alarm Systems compares monitored alarm companies ]
Lead Contamination in the Home - Throughout the 1940's and 1950's lead was in widespread use. It still poses a danger to preschool children living in older homes in the US. This article describes the dangers of lead-based paint, and how to reduce lead exposure.
Meta Description: [ For preschool children the most widespread and dangerous high-dose source of lead exposure is lead-based paint. Throughout the 1940's and 1950's lead- ]
Mold Help - Photos and descriptions, anecdotes, mitigation methods.
Meta Description: [ The world's largest TOXIC MOLD web site with the latest mold news, symptoms, treatments,solutions, insurance updates, medical research, solutions, images, toxic mold diiscussion forum, personal ]
SafeDragon Inc. - Purpose is to organize safety information conveniently.
Meta Description: [ Safety Reference for Consumers and Businesses ]
Web News: Web users reacted strongly after four people were arrested on suspicion of planning to assassinate Barack Obama ...