Do precautionary measures at home protect your child from risks?

What is the most dangerous thing in your home for a child?

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Home is the most comfortable place in the world. It gives you relaxation and peace. Also, it should be a protective and comfortable place for your children too. Unfortunately, it is full of surprising dangers. The place which gives you most comfort is filled with innumerable unforeseen dangers. Fortunately, you can control this problem. With little precautionary measures, various kinds of household menace can be controlled. Children may not aware of potential risks associated with various household things. Hence, it is the responsibility of parents to take precautionary measures for protecting their child from the risk of being affected by home accidents.

You might be surprised to know about everyday things which are very harmful to your child.

1. Paint Related Products

Most people put paint thinner and paint around their house for rapid fix-ups. These products are full of chemicals. These products may harm your child. When your child plays with these things, these products can lead to a severe threat. The poisoning feature of lead paint and highly flammable quality of paint thinner may cause a serious damage to your child’s health and life. It is better to store these separately and safely.

2. Oven or Stove

If your child is very young, take precautionary measure to protect them from the dangerous that may arise from oven or stove. Curious kids may try to grab stove and oven. As they grow older, it is your responsibility to educate your child about kitchen safety. Make sure that you are not leaving your child alone around a stove. Get the devices that help in childproofing your stoves. Burns are one among the main reasons children and adults trip to the emergency room each year. Arrange a fire extinguisher in your kitchen.

3. Window Blinds

Children are normally curious. They tend to explore the things. As a result, they are at the risk of being affected by surprising hazards. Cords of window blinds are the most attractive thing to children. The chains and cords of window curtains and blinds can lead to serious risk. Make sure that cords of window blinds are out of the reach to your child. These are hidden dangers in many homes.

4. Air Fresheners

Air fresheners help in making the surrounding environment smell pure and fresh. Most people prefer the usage of air fresheners. There are many advantages and disadvantages associated with this product. But, air fresheners contain harmful chemicals. These chemicals are entered into your body through your skin. These chemicals may destroy the health of your child. Hence, make sure to avoid the usage of air fresheners and try to purify the air with natural ingredients.

5. Electricity

To protect your child from electric shocks, keep cords of electronic appliances out of the reach to your kids. Especially make sure to keep hair strengtheners, hair dryers, irons and kettles far away from your child’s reach. Switch off the appliances when you are not using them. Unplug the mobile phone chargers if you are not using them. Else, children may put the other ending of the cord into their mouth. The best way to get protection from fatal electric shock is by opting RCD (Residual Current Device) protection. RCD is a safety device that offers you protection by automatically switching off electricity.