Residence: Childproofing
EXPLORE: At Home
Here are some things to consider doing.
Some items may not be applicable to you.
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Consider hiring a company to help you childproof
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Get down on your hands and knees to help detect hazards which children can get to
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Place gates at top and bottom of all stairs
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Install childproof latches on appropriate cabinets, drawers, etc.
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Put following out of reach of children:
- Hazardous materials, breakable objects, rope, string, etc.
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Place night lights where necessary to prevent falls
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Place outlet covers on all empty electrical outlets which children can reach (ensure the covers do not pose a choking hazard)
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Tuck electrical cords out of the way
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Unplug appliances and cords when not in use
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Shorten drape and blind cords and/or cut off the knot at the end
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Install window guards and/or locks
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Install gates at top and bottom of stairs
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Lower hot water heater temperature to less than 130¬?F
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Store medicines in childproof containers
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Lock appropriate cabinets and drawers
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Place rubber mats in bathtub and shower
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Turn pot handles on stove away from front
If your residence was built in 1978 or earlier:
- Determine if there is a hazard to children from lead paint (use of lead paint was restricted in 1978)
Kitchen:
- Put following out of reach of children:
- Plastic bags
- Dishwashing liquid
- Cleaning fluids
- Hot liquids
- Knives
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