General Safety Tips
Prior to entering a building, must check the building for a structural
damage of if it is safe to enter. Make sure that the structure is not weakened
or shifted.
Turn off any gas lines. Open the house to let the gas escape.
Wear protective gears such as gloves for hands to avoid injury, mask
to avoid inhaling any remaining gas, hard hats to avoid any falling debris and
sturdy shoes to not to step on any debris (watch out for nails, broken glasses,
holes, splinters and falling plaster).
When entering a damage building only use a flashlight. Matches,
lighters and torches sparks can ignite the gas and cause a fire or an
explosion.
Never use any appliances, they may cause an electric shock, overheat,
or start a fire. Make sure everything has dried up and all appliances are
repaired and safe to use.
SAFE Water Supply
Flush plumbing features with a bucket of water to be sure they are
open.
Septic tanks that overflows might mix with the water that flows
through our house’s plumbing.
Do not drink the water from faucets. Let the authority inspect the
water for sanitary reasons.
Private water is also not safe, boiling the water thoroughly before
drinking must be done first.
Electrical Safety
Do not use the electrical system in a damaged building until it has
been checked by a professional electrician.
Start the Clean Up: Contents Cleaning
Start the general clean up as soon as possible, especially after the
flood. Make sure to completely dry and clean the whole house before living in
it.
Moist areas can be a home for molds. Before molds build up, call a
backup for Structural Drying.
Delay permanent repairs until buildings are thoroughly dry.
Keep the Children Safe
Keep the chemicals, disinfectant, poisons for insects and pests
control out of children reach.
Be sure children are safe and kept in a cool dry place. Never leave
the children or let them play around the damage buildings or any unsafe place.
Boil and sanitize children’s toys, cribs, playpens and play equipment.
Toys that are hard to wash and clean can be discarded.
Do not allow children to play in contaminated water or sand. Cleaning
buckets are not to be played with children, even with small amounts of liquid
and if they topple into a bucket, it may not tip over and they could drown
Each
situation should be handled with caution to keep the safety
of valuables. should be performed by an
expert to prevent serious issues later. ServiceMaster by Lovejoy Reconstruction
Team is licensed and insured as a general contractor to handle all your repairs and
reconstruction services for damages due to storm, natural
disasters and more.
Contact ServiceMaster by Lovejoy, a service
provider, near Atlanta,
Sandy Spring, Decatur, Stockbridge, Conyers, McDonough, Stone Mountain,
Covington, Social Circle, DeKalb and surrounding areas. Call 678–293–0297,
