Children's Hospital of Orange County

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Safety House | Child's Room | Bathroom | Kitchen | Family Room

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THE KITCHEN OF THE SAFETY HOUSE

	Safety strap on high chair

	Fire extinguisher

	Emergency numbers on refrigerator

	Refrigerator and freezer locked

	Cabinet locked under sink

	Buckets are upside down and empty

	Outlets covered

	Pan on back burner with handle turned in

	Stair gate installed

	Drawer locked

	Coffee cup away from edge of table

For these and other child safety items, please visit our CHOC SHOP.

PREVENTION TIPS FOR A SAFER KITCHEN

	Keep all children out of the kitchen when possible to help avoid risk of injuries.

	Make sure there is a working fire extinguisher in case of a fire.

	Remove all stove knob covers and store one in a locked drawer for use to help prevent burns.

	Keep the oven light on while in use and teach your child when the oven is hot to help prevent burns.

	Store all plastic bags locked in a drawer or cabinet to help avoid suffocation.

	Store all poisons in the original container locked and up high to help avoid poisoning.

	Avoid circle foods to help prevent choking.

	Remove all tablecloths and place all hot objects in the center of the table to help prevent scalds or burns.

	Do not put your baby in a baby walker with wheels to help prevent falls.

	Keep all appliance cords out of child’s reach to help prevent electrocution.

	Secure all throw rugs to help prevent falls.

	Remove all ice chests and coolers when not in use to help prevent drowning.

	Remove all pet water dishes to help prevent drowning.

	Keep lids on all garbage cans to help prevent poisoning.

	Keep emergency numbers near the phone to help ensure prompt response in case of injury.

Our Mission: To Nurture, Advance and Protect the Health and Well-Being of Children