Standing on the Top Step of a A-Frame Stepladder-- * Consequences: Instability, loss of balance, dangerous fall. * Prevention: Adhere to warning labels; never stand above the second step from the top. * Treatment: Ice contusions; go immediately to the ER for severe impacts or broken bones.--Do you have a stepladder?

Leaving Garden Hoses Pressure-Loaded under Hot Sun-- * Consequences: Water inside reaches extreme temperatures (130°F+), causing thermal scalds when sprayed. * Prevention: Discharge residual water pressure and store hoses in shaded areas. * Treatment: Cool skin scalds with cold running water for 15 minutes; seek medical care if skin blisters.--Do you have a garden hose?

Snagging Clothing or Skin on Sharp Clothing Rack Hooks at Stores-- * Consequences: Skin tears, lacerations. * Prevention: Move carefully around metallic retail fixtures and rack ends. * Treatment: Clean wound with soap/water; apply direct pressure and bandage. (I, personally, would also apply antibacterial salve or cream)--Do you shop at stores that have metal racks?

Stepping onto Defective Exterior Curb Ramps-- * Consequences: Ankle rollover, ligament sprains, falls into traffic lane. * Prevention: Look down at uneven curb edges and painted transitions. * Treatment: RICE (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate) protocol for ankle sprains.--Do you look at your phone when you are out walking somewhere?

Collisions with Motorized Shopping Carts In Stores-- * Consequences: Contusions, leg fractures to pedestrians in tight aisles. * Prevention: Give motorized carts a wide berth; keep children out of blind spots. * Treatment: Evaluate leg impact for fracture; apply cold compress.--In stores that have them, are you the one driving the motorized cart or the one watching out for them?

Using Damaged Hand Baskets with Cracked Handles-- * Consequences: Handle snaps, heavy contents drop onto feet, causing foot contusions/cuts. * Prevention: Inspect basket handles before filling with heavy canned or bottled goods. * Treatment: Ice bruised foot; elevate leg; clean cuts.--Do you ever use those small hand baskets that some stores provide?