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Safety tips around your home

 

Many things around your home can cause accidents but there are some simple things you can do to help prevent them. Here are some handy tips to help keep you safe:

  • Keep items you use daily in places that are easy to reach.
  • Store heavy items on low shelves.
  • Keep cleaning products and other dangerous materials in a secure, childproof place.
  • Tidy away toys and other items when not in use to prevent accidents and throw away damaged toys and any other objects.
  • Keep medicines and vitamins in their original containers in a secure, child-proof place and return leftover medicines to the chemist.
  • Think about fitting corner guards to any sharp edges around your home.

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