Florida Child Injury Law Blog

  How safe is your home for a child?  Are there any areas that are potentially harmful?  We recently came across an article about childproofing a home with some very helpful reminders.  Let’s examine a few. 

 1. Smoke Detectors.  A smoke detector should be installed in every bedroom in your home, as well as the kitchen and hallway areas.  Testing your smoke detectors every month is a good habit to employ, (also – consider the “change your clock/change your smoke detector battery” system, during daylight savings time.

 2. Electrical Outlet Covers.  Young children get into everything!  They need to be protected from electrical shock or possible electrocution. 

 3. Anti-Scald Valves.  The skin on a baby or a young child is much more sensitive than an adult’s.  Installing an anti-scald device in your faucets and shower heads is a smart move!  Don’t forget to set your water heater temperature to 118 degrees to help prevent child burns.

 Examine your home today, not only for your child’s safety, but their friends as well…and your peace of mind! For more articles and information concerning child safety and injury prevention, visit our Florida Child Injury website at http://www.jwdodsonlaw.com/practice_areas/child-injuries1.cfm