protecting kids from sharp household object
It’s normal for kids to get scrapes and cuts on the playground, but they must be protected from sharp and dangerous items around and outside the home. Here are some important ways to protect kids from injuries from sharp household objects:
- Keep knives, forks, scissors, and other sharp utensils in a drawer with a safety latch.
- Keep glass objects, such as drinking glasses and bowls, in a high cabinet far from reach.
- Make sure that mirrors are snugly attached to the wall.
- Keep paper shredders out of the reach of small children.
- Store appliances with sharp blades (like blenders or food processors) far from reach or in a locked cabinet.
- Keep babies and toddlers a safe distance away when you load and unload the dishwasher to prevent them from grabbing sharp utensils or glassware that could break. (You might want to use a dishwasher lock at other times.)
- If possible, keep the kitchen garbage can behind a cabinet door with a safety latch.
- If you use a razor to shave, keep it in a locked cabinet in the bathroom. Be sure extra blades are stored in a safe place, along with nail scissors and other sharp personal or grooming instruments.
- Store all tools, including those used for gardening, automotive, and lawn care, in locked containers.
- If you recycle glass and metal in your home, keep the recycling containers far from reach to prevent cuts and possible poisoning from substances still left in containers.
- Make sure swing-set and outdoor play equipment is free of rust, splinters, and sharp edges.
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