Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

Originally published in December 2021. Updated November 2025. VFW Posts take pride in decorating their Post Home for festivities throughout the holiday season. Whether your Post decorates a small Charlie Brown tree or goes full Chevy Chase, keep your Post’s property and members safe with these tips. Indoor Holiday Decorating Safety Tips Live and Artificial Trees Purchase a live tree — To minimize fire hazards and maximize a long life, [...]

By |2025-12-27T01:32:27+00:00November 3, 2025|Member safety, Post insurance, Post maintenance|

Fire Safety Procedures for VFW Posts

Each October, organizations like the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and others observe Fire Prevention Week and Month by spreading fire safety awareness and helping protect homes, businesses and people. The annual event began in 1911 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, a fire that killed approximately 300 people and destroyed over 17,000 structures. Whether your Post partakes in Fire Prevention Week or Month, [...]

By |2025-12-27T01:46:39+00:00August 27, 2024|Member safety, Post maintenance|

All-Weather Grill Safety for Posts

Outdoor grilling is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing parts of summer but getting everyone together for a cookout at the Post is great anytime the weather's nice. In milder climates, you can safely cook outdoors well into fall or even all year long. If the weather does turn cold, you'll want to make sure your grill is safely stored so it's ready the next time you use it. [...]

By |2025-12-27T02:10:38+00:00July 27, 2021|Member safety, Post insurance|

Fireworks Safety and Liability

Summer fireworks events are a lot of fun but can be dangerous. The potential for injury is high, and organizations like your Post can face liability if a member, guest or volunteer is injured, or if property is damaged. Before you decide to include fireworks at your next event, make sure you're prepared to have a safe, properly permitted and insured event. What You Should Know About Fireworks Events Fireworks [...]

By |2025-12-27T02:24:07+00:00May 21, 2021|Member safety, Post insurance|
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