The holidays can be a risky time with lights and trees and other safety concerns. I live in an old house, so I'm always worried about the lights and such, especially this time of year. Underwriter's Laboratory (UL), a pioneer in safety standards for over 115 years, presents Safety at Home, where you can learn how to have a safe and bright holiday season and protect your from common holiday risks.

The site has informative tips, articles, and a blog covering everything from picking out the right holiday lights, to fire safety escape plans to BPA concerns. Also, be sure to check out the Safety at Home Facebook page
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UL is offering a chance to win a $10,000 prize pack including $5,000 family vacation and $5,000 in UL listed products! Enter the Bright Holiday Moments (has sound) contest and share your family's best holiday times.

How about a little UL safety giveaway?

Leave a comment telling us a good way to stay safe at home for a chance to win:

* A mini artificial wreath for home decoration
* A 50ct string of UL-certified mini holiday lights
* A package of tree ornaments (8 ct)
* A handy UL refrigerator magnet with some convenient safety tips

For an extra entry, Twitter about the contest and leave a separate comment linking your tweet.

One winner will be chosen randomly from the comments.

Contest ends Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 10pm CST so hurry!

No payment or compensation other than a wreath as above was given for this post.