Do not overload electrical outlets. Do not leave holiday lights on unattended. Be sure to unplug all lights before going to sleep or leaving the house. All decorations should be nonflammable or flame-retardant and placed away from heat vents and other heat sources. Put decorations high enough on the tree so you child or pet can't reach them.
Children can choke or cut their mouths on ornaments, ornament hangers or tinsel.
They also can be poisoned by older painted ornaments that contain lead. Hang one of the new fire alarm tree ornaments. Wreaths and Greens Do not place greens near a fireplace, candles or any other open flame or heat source. Do not go near a holiday tree or greens with an open flame such as candles, cigarettes, lighters or matches. Do not flick cigarette ashes near greens.