Door Edge Pretectors And More: Making Houses Safer For Young People
As a baby starts to crawl and then walk they become more independent and can move around the house by themselves. This places them in dangerous situations on a regular basis as sharp corners, stairs and everyday appliances threaten their safety. The Child Accident Prevention Trust estimated that approximately one million children are injured at home every year with burns, cuts and poisoning being the most common ailments. To prevent accidents from happening; parents are charged with making their homes safe for children. The suggestions below will make your house much safer for any child moving from room to room.
It is natural for children to want to explore the different rooms in your house as they become a bit older. This means that young children use doorways several times a day. Door edge protectors will not only protect the door from everyday damage, but will also eliminate the possibility for your child to be grazed or cut by splinters and sharp corners. Door stoppers will prevent any fingers and toes getting caught in closing doors.
Burns are a common injury among children as mentioned previously. Burns are usually caused in the kitchen or the bedroom. When cooking, keep your child away from the oven door and always try to use the back rings on the hob if possible. Hair straightening appliances should be kept out of the reach of children until they have cooled down completely. Never let a child near a naked flame and use a fire guard on all types of fires.
Children put anything in their mouths without knowing if it is good or bad for them. This is a problem in the home as there are things left lying about that a child may put in their mouth, what they find under the sofa or in bottles. Make sure that anything which could harm your child is kept in a child-proof container or out of reach. Poisonous substances can kill children, even everyday household products, so make sure there is no opportunity for a child to get their hands on anything dangerous.
Tags: child safety, door edge protectors, door protection
Window Hardware | Jane | 05 February 2010 |
