Keep a Well-Stocked First-Aid Kit
A first aid kit contains basic supplies to handle everyday cuts, scrapes, and bruises. When you’re on the road, keep a fully stocked kit so you’ll feel prepared for any kind of emergency. Even if an ambulance has to be called, you’ll have items to manage the situation until help arrives.
Know the Area to Stay Safe While RVing
When you choose to camp, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the area. You don’t have to know every street, shopping center, and parking lot, but it’s helpful to know the general area in case of an emergency. Check maps to find the distance to the nearest hospital. If you travel with your pets, look for a nearby vet. It’s helpful to know the names of towns and bodies of water nearby. In severe weather, if the radio mentions a river is flooding, you’ll want to know if it’s the one you passed on the drive into the campground.
Fire Safety in Your RV
Just like in a house, smoke detectors are essential. Install the smoke detector near the sleeping area, but several feet away from ceiling vents. In an RV, it’s important to have a dual-sensor smoke alarm. This type of device has two sensors: ionization and photoelectric. Ionization sensors trigger the alarm in case of a cooking fire. These sensors are best at detecting blazing flames. The photoelectric sensor will detect smoke from an appliance fire. Photoelectric sensors are triggered by smoky, smoldering fires.
You’ll also want to have a fire extinguisher on hand. Familiarize yourself with the device and teach your family members how to use it in case an RV fire breaks out.
Install Security Cameras to Stay Safe While RVing
To boost safety and help protect your belongings, use security cameras when you’re RVing. There are a variety of camera options available but, when RVing, you’ll probably want to choose a model that features motion detection and night vision. If you have satellite internet, you can use a security camera with Wi-Fi. If you don’t always have internet access, find a system that runs on cellular data. Some models offer solar charging to keep the camera operational without relying on batteries or your RV’s power source.
Keep Valuables Safe
When you’re not in the RV, keep window blinds and curtains closed. This will help you manage the temperature inside and keep would-be thieves from scoping out your place. If you travel with valuables, keep them locked in a safe that is bolted to the floor or wall of your RV. If the cabinets have locks, change them. Many cabinets for RVs use the same keys and generic locks won’t keep your belongings safe.
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