Backyard activities like jumping on the trampoline, playing on swing sets, and swimming can be a lot of fun. However, injuries can happen. Who is responsible when someone gets hurt on a backyard feature? Keep reading to learn about common backyard injuries, liability concerns, and what homeowners can do to protect themselves from legal claims. […]
Youth Sports Safety: Overuse Injuries
National Youth Sports Safety Month is held each April. While youth sports offer a great way to get exercise while learning about teamwork and discipline (and having fun!), they can also come with sports injuries. While some injuries such as broken bones are typically obvious, overuse injuries like tendinitis might be less apparent. In this […]
Protecting Your Family at Home: Window Falls
Windows are one of the top hidden hazards in the home. SafeKids Worldwide reports that falling out of windows results in an average of 3,300 injuries and 8 fatalities in children age 5 and younger each year. Window Safety Week raises awareness of the safety hazards presented by windows and how to prevent accidental window […]
Playground Safety: The Crumb Rubber Debate
Playground safety is a critical concern for parents and caregivers. Falls are the leading cause of playground-related injuries. Having safe playground surfaces allows kids to explore while preventing injuries. One widely used playground surfacing material is crumb rubber made from recycled tires. The material offers several benefits, but there has been some debate about long […]
Poisoning Prevention: Protect Your Family from Hidden Dangers
Poisoning is a major household hazard that affects people of all ages. However, it poses a particular risk to children, older adults, and pets. Many everyday household items like cleaning supplies, medications, and even plants contain chemicals that can be toxic if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. More than two million poisoning cases […]
