Splashing and swimming in the pool is a great way to cool off on a hot summer day, but it’s important to keep pool safety in mind. Water safety guidelines can help you and your loved ones enjoy the pool safely. Child Drownings According to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC), 380 children […]
4 Out of 5 Caregivers Move Children from Booster Seat to Seat Belt Too Soon
Booster seats can reduce the risk of serious injury in an automobile accident by 45 percent compared to seat belts alone. However, many caregivers move their child from a booster seat to a seat belt before the child is big enough. Understanding The Problem Safe Kids Worldwide surveyed over 3,000 parents of children ages 4-10. […]
Trampoline and Backyard Injuries: Who’s Liable?
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 […]