People are cautious about who they let work on their home, and they should be. In New Jersey, contractors are suppose to at least have a business license and insurance. General or handymen normally don't have an electrical license. You should always research all contractors before they begin work on your home. There is a state website that you can do your homework on contractors. Unless they are licensed contractors, please do not allow handymen to do electrical work. I have come across  too many junction boxes that are over filled with wires.  I can not express how dangerous that is. The wires dissipate heat. In the box, heat builds up and begins to break down the insulation. 

Another violation I come across is when people have their kitchens remodeled and get a back splash.  The contractor now uses sheet rock screw to put back the receptacles. They should be using approved screws that are longer. Don't be afraid to speak up, you are paying the bill. Before you start any project, make sure you get all your contractors together. Look at what options you can add to your project to make it more functional and more aesthetic. 

    There has been some accidents involving escalators. Even thought they are relatively safe, it's a machine and takes time to stop. But once they grab a hold of you, it's like a meat grinder. It will tear you up. To avoid any accidents, don't let jacket, scarfs, shoe laces or anything that hangs off your body and touch the steps. Watch when you step on the escalator. Don't put your feel to the side, under the brushes. Keep your feet in the center of the step. ALWAYS face forward, horsing around will not end well . As you come to the end of your ride on the escalator, watch the step as it comes into the comb plate. Pick your feet up and step off the escalator, don't shuffle your feet off. And last but not least always on to the hand rail. If the escalator comes to a sudden stop, at least you will be able to hold your balance and stay on your feet, preventing a fall.