Posts Tagged ‘safety latches’
Childproof a Garage and Yard
August 10th, 2008 No Comments Posted in Uncategorized
- Keep all toxins out of reach of children. Install safety latches on lower cup-boards. Use door locks or safety gates to keep children out of garages.
- Test to make sure garage door reverses automatically if there is an obstruction.
- Keep children away from exercise equipment at all times.
- Inspect outdoor play structures (jungle gyms, playhouses, slides) for loose screws, sharp edges, splintered wood and small removable parts that are choking hazards. Make sure such structures are stable and secure.
- Keep children away from barbecue grills, especially when in use.
- Fix any loose bricks or pathway cracks that can cause tripping.
- Place stickers on sliding glass doors so children won’t walk into them.
- Keep any firearms unloaded and securely locked away. Store ammunition in a locked area separate from any guns.
- Remember that children can drown in 2 inches (5 cm) of water. Protect them from ponds, wells, kiddy pools and deep puddles.
- Install slide or hook-and-eye latch locks on all doors leading outdoors so children cannot go outside unattended.
- Install fence with locking gate around swimming pool.
Childproof the Kitchen
August 5th, 2008 No Comments Posted in Uncategorized
- Install safety latches on cupboards within child’s reach. Remember that safety latches are not fail-proof. Store knives, sharp objects and heavy pans out of child’s reach.
- Store detergents, soaps, alcohol and other hazardous items out of reach.
- Keep breakables, especially fine china, in secured cupboard out of reach.
- Use back burners when cooking, and turn handles away from counter edge.
- Leave appliances unplugged when not in use, especially the toaster. Keep electrical cords coiled and out of reach.
- Always put iron away when not in use; never leave it on ironing board, where child could tug the cord.
- Equip faucets with anti-scalding devices. Never have hot drinks near children.
- Remove tablecloths, which can be pulled down, along with anything on them.
- Always latch trash compactor and dishwasher.
- Keep stairs and step stools away from counters to prevent unauthorized exploring.
- Keep fire extinguisher in kitchen but not close to any heat sources.
- Make sure trash can has lid and is inaccessible to children.
- Have a safe cupboard for child to explore while you are cooking. Fill with wooden spoons, plastic cups and lids, and other harmless items.
- Use safety gate to keep kids out of kitchen when you are not there.