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First Aid - Safety first
Is your friend's home safe for your child?
Last updated: Wednesday, July 06, 2005
Holiday time is visiting time. You may be extra careful about making your home safe for your child, but is your child safe when you visit other people’s houses?

Here are just some of the things yo
 
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u should look out for:

  • Are there gates on stairs?
  • Is there a pool and, if so, is it fenced off?
  • Is medication within your child’s reach?
  • Are cleaning materials and other poisonous substances locked away?
  • Are there small objects such as toys, jewellery or hard sweets where your child can get to them?
  • Do they have a pet that could be dangerous?
  • Are there safety catches on cabinets?
  • Are plugs covered?
  • Are there matches or lighters within your child’s reach?

 
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