Safety Tips!

The U.S. CPSC (Consumer Product Safety commission) gave a cautionary note to families with young children on hidden home hazards. 33.1 million are injured by consumer products in their homes every day. There are many who are unaware of the simple ways that one can encounter hazards without even knowing it. So take note of these things!

1. Magnets. Since their small size is so attractive to young children to want to put these things in their mouths, if more than one is swallowed, the two pull together and can get stuck preventing substances from passing through the body or blocking airways. Magnets will serve as a blockade, and cause the body to malfunction until cleared away.

2. Recalled Items. Pay special attention to items, toys, and products that have a recall on them. Get rid of them immediately, especially if reports from the CPSC are issued. Don't take the chance of dismissing what may seem like a relatively mild and harmless situation from turning into a serious and dangerous situation.  

3. Unstable and heavy objects. Watch out for furniture, electronics, tv sets, book shelves, or heavy objects that are not placed securely. The chances that these things could tomple over and cause injury is something to always be aware of, because you never know what could go wrong. One tip would be to use safety brackets to secure things in place. Also be aware of earthquake hazards and your placement of items that could fall!

4. Windows and dangling objects. Be careful that windows are not easily openable by children. Their curiosity is climbing especially starting right around nine months when they begin crawling and creeping around aimlessly. Also dangling things that young children are likely to tug and pull on could result in injury, so keep an open eye.

5. Pools and Drowning hazards. Keep a close eye on unguarded areas such as pool areas and spas. If you have a young child, you may want to consider getting some type of fencing or guard to put around the pool to prevent potential drowning hazards.