Avoid Accidents (NAPSA)—Afew simple steps, when it comes to ladders, could save 300 lives a year, according to the World Health Organization. In addition, 164,000 emergency room treatments could be avoided. The Problem The number of ladder-related injuries in the United Sates increased by more than 50 percent in 15 years, says a study in an issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. ry u ao One wayto avoid falling off a lad- der is to not have to climb one to clean the gutters. Helpful Hints These tips from the Consumer Product Safety Commission can help prevent you from becoming such statistic: Always level the ladder on firm ground. *Have someone hold the lower end. Keep ladders away from doors that can be opened. Only one person on a ladder. * Don’t stand on the top rung. An Answer Many ladder accidents are related to gutter cleaning and maintenance. It’s a hazard homeowners face several times every year. A good wayto eliminateit is to get rid of your gutters and install the time-tested Rainhandler (rainhandler.com) Rain Dis- persal system. Because of a patented louver design these gutters cannot collect leaves or debris and require no cleaning or maintenance. You may never have to climb a dangerous ladder to clean gutters again. Learn More Visit www.rainhandler.com or phone (800) 942-3004 for further information.
