Between 2012 and 2017, there were 50 infant and child fatalities reported to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) that were related to window cord strangulation. To help prevent child injuries, a new voluntary standard (ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018) took effect on December 15, 2018 for stock window coverings that are sold in stores or […]
Holiday Toy Safety
Toys are a popular gift for children, especially during the holiday season. While the United States has strict toy safety standards, toy injuries can and do happen regularly, so it’s important to know what to look for while shopping. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), Safe Kids Worldwide, and […]
Prevent Poisoning
From cleaning solutions to snake bites, poisoning can cause serious injury or even death. While many substances are only poisonous in higher concentrations, others are dangerous if ingested. Kids are especially sensitive to even small amounts of some poisonous substances. In this blog post we’ll share some tips from the Mayo Clinic for what to […]
Watch Out for These Children’s Safety Hazards
September is Baby Safety Month so it’s a good time to talk about some hidden hazards to look out for. Babies and toddlers are eager to explore the world, so it’s important to make sure that they can do so as safely as possible. After all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports […]
New Federal Safety Standard for Booster Seats
Last month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a new federal safety standard for children’s booster seats, including those used at home and in restaurants. This standard does not apply to booster seats intended for use in vehicles. There were a total of 912 incidents related to booster seats reported to the CPSC […]
