15 Ways to Safeguard Your Kids From Home Accidents

Home accidents take place on the top in childhood life losses. Among the most common of these; falls, windpipe blockages, boiling water burns, burning with fire, poisoning, drinking or eating cleaning materials, drug toxicity and electric shock. It is of great importance that parents and sitters are conscious enough to prevent home accidents.

Make Sure The Floors is not Wet!

In home accidents, often the floor is slippery and wet and toys and other foreign objects are found on the floor, causing especially kids to fall. Keeping windows and balcony doors open uncontrollably and not having guardrails around the child’s bed leads to life-threatening accidents. In addition, children’s touch with chemicals such as detergents and descaling agents are the most important causes of poisoning.

Do not Panic During an Accident!

It is very important not to panic during accidents. After evacuating the child safely from the accident environment, the relevant emergency numbers, such as 911, should be called and professional support should be obtained. The health care provider, poison control center, fire service and safety numbers that may be urgently needed must be registered on your phone.

Pay attention to these 15 rules to avoid home accidents;

1. Keep chemicals, especially medicines, that may be harmful to your child, in a closed place and out of the reach of children.
2. Do not leave kids alone at home and do not entrust them to their younger brother or another child under 12 years of age.
3. Have a small emergency kit at home and in your car.
4. Have a smoke alarm device at home.
5. In particular, ensure that electrical equipment in old buildings meets the required safety standards. Make sure that the sockets are installed so as not to pose a danger to children.
6. Do not forget to unplug electrical appliances such as iron, heater, oven, blender except for active use.
7. Keep incendiary apparatus such as matches and lighters away from kids.
8. Do not leave your children alone on slippery and wet floors.
9. If you have a hot drink in your hand, never take on your kid’s lap. Do not give to your baby without checking the heat of the food and drinks.
10. To prevent slippage of carpets and rugs, place non-slip materials under them.
11. Always keep your outer door locked.
12. Make sure that the toys your baby or child plays are suitable for their age and check them regularly.
13. If the mosquito net is used on the cot, make sure it is taut and supported.
14. Once your baby starts crawling, put obstacles at the beginning and end of the stairs and at risky room doors.
15. Don’t let them walk around while you eat. Do not give hard food such as carrots and quince to your child’s hand before the age of 3.