A normal household contains many poisonous substances, from cleaning products to medications to painting supplies. To protect children — and even pets—in your home, follow these precautions:
- Select medicines that have childproof caps
- Keep medications and household products locked away out of reach of children
- Install protective devices that keep children from opening cabinet doors and drawers
- Keep dangerous products in their original, labeled containers
- Add poison symbol stickers to dangerous items and explain to children what they mean
- Don't give a child medicine in the dark
- Never tell a child that medicine tastes like candy
- Dispose of outdated medicines as recommended
- Work with fume-generating products only in well-ventilated areas
- Set a good example for children by wearing protective clothing like gloves or a mask when using poisonous or hazardous substances
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