Child Safety Protection Month: Avoiding Hazards in the Bathroom

November is Child Safety Protection Month and what room is really more dangerous for children than the bathroom? Plumbing equipment, electrical outlets, running water and most likely tile floor all make up this essential home room.

To ensure your children's safety in the bathroom this month and all year round, pick up a few of these positive habits below:

Keep unsafe objects out of reach. Toxic hygiene products, sharp objects like tweezers and razors, and medications should all be stored away and out of your child's reach. Your curious ones may get testy with perfumes or lotions they don't realize should not be swallowed.

Always unplug electrical devices. Hair dryers and curling irons are not safe around anyone in wet environments. GFCI circuits are a good way to ensure devices automatically shut off when they come in contact with water so nobody gets electrocuted.

Lock the door and toilet. A childproof doorknob cover is a simple way to keep children out of the bathroom when they are not in your line of vision. Same goes for a toilet lock.

Add slip resistant mats and rubber spout guards. Rubber mats are a great safety addition for both in and out of the tub. There is too much ceramic around that children can bang their heads on, which is why adding spout guards for extra protection is also a good idea.

Keep your water heater at 120 degrees. Kids have sensitive skin, especially babies. Eliminate the opportunity for burning water completely by setting your water heater no higher than 130 degrees.

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