By Eric Holm


Young children tend to cover a lot of territory, especially once they learn how to walk. Toddlers have a way of getting into anything and everything, so it is absolutely necessary to childproof the home as best you can. Keeping everything needed in a children's emergency kit will make it easy to keep up with various tasks designed to improve child safety.

There are several gadgets that can be included in specialty emergency kits and kept in the home. These items will keep children from coming in contact with dangerous items and unsafe places. Kids are naturally curious and they will open any doors that are within their reach. Cabinet doors, like those under the kitchen sink, are especially attractive because they are right at eye level. These doors can be effectively secured with some specially designed latches. These plastic devices are simple to install and easy to use. Adults are able to disengage the latch when necessary but small children will be unable to get the door open.

Another thing to include in a child emergency kit is a package of electrical outlet covers. Outlets are located at the ideal height to attract little ones and the first thing they try to do is stick a finger in the hole. This is extremely dangerous and can lead to electrocution. Outlets contain live wires and there can be serious problems if a finger or object is stuck inside. Plastic safety plugs are easily inserted into the outlet to keep children from playing with them.

Parents should keep some door knob grips and rubber corner bumpers in any kids emergency kit. Children have delicate skin and when they are learning how to walk they will bump into furniture. Sharp corners can be a hazard unless they are equipped with corner bumpers. These padded bumpers will absorb the shock and keep sharp corners from doing any harm. Doorknob grips are designed to keep children from opening doors. These are especially important on doors that lead to dangerous areas like the basement or garage. It is impossible for a kid to open the door and wander through if there is a doorknob grip in place.

Parents are urged to take the time and effort needed to childproof the home. There are several easy and effective ways to shield children from household dangers. Improving child safety is possible with a child safety kit with a few simple items that can be used around the home.




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