Televisions, stereos, computers and microwaves and other electronics are heavy and costly to replace. Televisions can easily tip over or fall during earthquakes. Here are two options to prevent this.

Option 1: Attach the TV or other item to furniture (as shown).

• Use flexible nylon strap packages, with buckle or Velcro fasteners, available at hardware stores and online.
• Stick one end of each strap onto the furniture as shown, following the package’s instructions.
• Connect the other end to the back of the TV by screwing the strap into TV mount holes, or by sticking adhesive fasteners onto the TV.
• If the furniture the TV is on is tall, properly secure it to studs in the wall using a stud finder to find the correct locations.

Option 2:When possible, securing a TV to a wall with a mounting kit (available where TVs are sold or online) is perhaps the best choice. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Click here to download a printable version of these instructions.

TV Wall Mounting Equipment

Securing Computer – Grip Fasteners

Securing Computer – Security Strap