INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After you rinse or wash your suit, leave it inside out to dry. It’s important to let the inside of the suit dry to avoid any odors or mildew from building up. Drying the inside also lengthens the life of the wetsuit. Slide the top of the wetsuit through a heavy, plastic hanger so that it folds in half near the waist, rather than hanging it by the neck or shoulders. Hang it indoors, such as on your shower rod, while it dries. If you must hang it outdoors, make sure it stays shaded, as direct sunlight degrades the fabric. Once the inside of your suit is dry, turn the suit right-side out. Use the same method as before to hang the suit over a plastic hanger. Allow it to dry completely, indoors and away from the sun.

SUMMARY: Let the inside of the suit dry first. Use a plastic hanger to dry your suit indoors. Allow the outside of the suit to dry.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If your boots are very dirty and have caked up mud or dirt on them, it’s a good idea to remove this debris before cleaning the boots with soap. Use a soft-bristled boot brush to target problem areas and remove dirt. You can even use a plastic spoon if you're trying to remove thick layers of hardened dirt. To remove any thin layers of dirt or dust on your cowboy boots, dampen a sponge and use it to wipe the entire surface of the boot, focusing on any problem areas. If your boots are made of suede, they should not be exposed to water of any kind. Instead of using a damp sponge to clean, use a nylon brush to target dirt and dust. If your boots don’t look completely clean after using a damp sponge, get the sponge completely wet and use gentle soap or soap designed for leather to wipe down the boot and develop a lather. Then gently rub over dirty areas with the sponge. Once the dirt is removed, use a damp cloth to wipe off the suds. If the boot is relatively clean but there is still some dirt in the nooks and crannies or around the seams of the boot, use a damp toothbrush to gently scrub these areas. Use a clean cloth to wipe the boots after you have finished cleaning them. Then set the boots aside and let them sit for about thirty minutes until they are dry to the touch.

SUMMARY: Brush off mud or dirt. Use a damp sponge to remove dust. Use soap and water. Scrub seams with a toothbrush. Let the boots dry.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Leaving your dangling earrings, necklaces, and bracelets at home is safer for the kids, ensuring there is nothing for the child or baby to pull off and potentially choke on. Besides, you don't want your favorite beaded necklace broken or children pulling on your bracelet. Take out any piercings before your babysitting job or hide them as best you can along with your tattoos. Kids may find you unapproachable if you have too many visible tattoos whereas babies love to grab things and might decide to yank on your piercing. If you feel the need to wear makeup, keep it simple so you look like you're going to work and not out to a party. Don't overdo it by wearing tons of eye liner, lipstick or blush. Choose a professional-looking hairstyle that won't get in your way while you work. With longer hairstyles, wearing your hair up in a ponytail looks professional and ensures you will be able to move around with minimal distraction from your hair.  If you have dyed hair in bright colors such as red, blue, green, etc., put it up in a ponytail for the first couple babysitting jobs so parents and kids can get used to it slowly. Try pinning your hair back in a barrette if your hair is too short to tie up.

SUMMARY: Avoid wearing hanging jewelry. Hide your tattoos and piercings. Keep the makeup minimal. Keep your hair out of your face.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The best way to prevent house fires is for your family to have a plan of escape in the event of a fire. You should form your plan and practice it at least twice a year to get comfortable with the routine and to ensure that you'll be clear-headed enough to carry out your plan if the time ever comes. Here are some things to keep in mind as you do this:  Plan to find two ways to escape from each room. You should always look for a second way out in case the first way is blocked. For example, if a door is blocked, you should find a way out through a window or a different door. Practice escaping by crawling, being in the dark, and having your eyes closed. To make sure that your home is prepared for a house fire, check that your smoke detectors are functioning and always have fresh batteries, and make sure that your windows can be easily opened and that their screens can be quickly removed. If you have windows with security bars, they must have quick release devices to allow them to be opened right away. Everyone in your family should know how to open and close these windows. If your home is prepared for a house fire, you'll greatly improve your chances of staying safe during one. Buy collapsible ladders that are made by a nationally recognized laboratory (such as the Underwriters Laboratory, UL), in case you'll need them to get down from the roof. To prevent your house from catching fire in the first place, there are some safety precautions that you should take:  Teach your children that fire is a tool, not a toy. Always be in the kitchen when you're cooking something. Don't leave cooking food unattended. Do not smoke in the house. Make sure you put out your cigarettes completely. Dispose of any electronics with frayed wires, which could lead to a fire. Avoid lighting candles unless they're directly in your light of vision. Do not leave a lighted candle in a room where no one is. always check that you have turned the gas off before leaving the kitchen. try to use a lighter instead of matchsticks.

SUMMARY:
Form and practice your family's escape plan. Make sure your home is prepared. Practice safe behaviors.