A short circuit in any of this equipment could cause a fire. Never use electric lights on a metallic tree. Damaged insulation in lighting on a metallic tree could cause the entire tree to be charged with electricity. To avoid this danger, use colored spotlights above or beside a metal tree, never fastened to it. Keep children away from light sets and electrical decorations.
All lights present the problem of shock and casualty hazard for curious kids.
Candles Never use lighted candles on a tree or near other evergreens. Always use non-flammable holders. Keep away from other decorations, wrapping paper. Place candles where they cannot be knocked down or blown over. Buy a tree whose needles haven t dried out.