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Latch all lower cabinets and drawers in the kitchen, all
bathrooms, laundry room and wet bar.
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Put
a toilet lid lock on all toilets. (A small toddler can drown
in less than 1/2 inch of water)
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Replace all doorstops with a one piece doorstop. (Small
rubber tips on standard door stops can be loosened by your
toddler and put in their mouth causing choking, this is the
#1 choking hazard in the home)
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Install door locks on doors that lead to areas not intended
for children.
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Use
self closing protective electrical outlet covers to help
assure that parents will not forget to replace the cover
after each use.
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Install soft cushions to furniture edges and corners.
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Place smoke detectors in the halls and bedrooms on all
floors. Ensure fire guards protect open fires and/or gas
fires.
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Make
sure windows can not be opened more than 4" by using window
wedges or locks and/or are blocked with Window Guards.
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Never leave any child unattended in the bath. An
excellent rule of thumb is to always have one hand on
the child while bathing.
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Never leave a baby unattended on a changing table.
Children learn in an instant how to roll over. They can
fall off while you turn away for a second looking for a
diaper.
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All Closets should be free of dry cleaning bags.
Children can suffocate in these plastic bags.
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More Child Safety Information
Can Be Found At
www.CrumbCrunchersBabyProofing.com
