There are several inexpensive steps a person can take to prevent
accidental injury in the home. Safety latches can keep household
cleaning materials and chemicals locked out the reach of children.
Gates can block off dangerous areas of the home and prevent falls
when used at the top of the stairs, and socket protectors block a
child's access to dangerous electricity. Many accidents can be
avoided by closely supervising children and by simply practicing
these and other preventative measures in the home.
Review Date: 08/02/2009
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
