Keeping your child safe is no easy task. It is a parent’s instinct to keep their kids in no harm. Since children are not yet equipped with the right skills or knowledge to protect themselves, it is in the guardian’s hands to keep them safe. From tumblers and fall, there are a lot of things to look out for like staircases, swimming pool, eating safe food, electrical hazards at home, wild animals or insects and even robbers.  Just when you thought you removed and taken care of the safety hazards, accidents can always happen. As children learn and grow, new hazards will arise since children will then be able to jump higher, reach higher.
Aside from proper supervision, it is important to design your home in a way that accidents will be lessened or even prevented. But with a lot of things to consider, even juggling work, house chores and attending to your children can be quite a task. But then we must prioritize the safety of our kids no matter what.
Children cannot yet foresee the height of its surroundings. To prevent from falls, placing guard locks on stair entrances should do the trick. Locking windows and putting away chairs that children may use to climb on. Proper lighting should also be considered too easily visualize the surroundings, especially at night. Sharp objects are also mattered of concern when it comes to safety.
Be sure to keep out of their reach scissors, knives and other sharp objects. Needles, thumbtacks, and even pencils should be kept properly, as this may cause injury if left without supervision. Electrical outlets should be covered, wall clocks are placed sturdily as well as other gadgets and decorations attached to the wall. Suffocation and strangulation incidents could also be avoided by putting away empty plastics, unattended wires, and ropes. Keeping unnecessary things that are left on the floor like coins, marbles which can lead to slipping should also be done, kids play and run around the house and may slip on them.
Tools such as hammers, chainsaws, and saws must be kept in a locked container. Candles, matchsticks and other flammable chemicals should be stored properly, children are so much curious when it comes to playing with fire. Clear fire exits and working fire alarms can prevent foreseeable incidents. It is also a good practice to train the children with basic steps in case of emergencies. Allow children to wear the proper shoes when playing so as to avoid injury. Store safe and unexpired food to prevent stomach illnesses. Getting someone to look after your child or act like a guardian can also help them with their safety.
As much as possible, keep everything clean and tidy. Children tend to put anything they touch into their mouth, so keep them away from dirty objects. Make sure to keep emergency phone numbers such as police or the hospital accessible anytime. One cannot have peace of mind if the safety of their children is at risk.
