THIS WEEK IS NATIONAL WINDOW SAFETY WEEK
Spring is a great time to make sure that your windows and doors are safe and secure, especially to prevent injuries to the little ones in your household. Falls from open windows occur more often in the spring and summer; however, if you carefully supervise children and install window guards, you can prevent such devastating falls.
Safe Kids USA provides the following tips for preventing falls from windows:
• Install window guards with an emergency quick release in case of fires.
• Install window stops so windows cannot be opened more than 4 inches.
• Keep all windows closed and locked when not in use.
• Never put any furniture under a window -- take measures to prevent kids from climbing up onto window ledges.
• Don't rely on window screens to prevent falls.
• Always supervise children around open windows.
Falls can occur even from first-story windows. Please take the time this weekend to make sure that your windows are safe.
