Consumer Product-Related Statistics

Our national consumer safety commission has compiled several documents that cover consumer product-related statistics. For a comprehensive list, simply visit their website. Several helpful documents on children's products like toys, playpens, crayons, etc. are provided.

There are also documents about products used in sports and recreation, such as bike helmets and trampolines. In addition, helpful information about poisonings, fire and fireworks can help parents make wise decisions about the products their children use.

1-2-3 Steps to Gun Safety For Kids

Educating parents about keeping guns safely is only half the battle. Teach your child gun safety as well. Should your child encounter a gun in the home, tell him/her to follow these steps. First, do not approach the gun. Second, leave the area where the gun was found. The third very important step is to tell an adult so that s/he can remove the gun.

The Flexibility of Baby Gates

When we think of gates we usually imagine wood or metal barriers. Not all safety barriers are made with these materials! Some are made from Plexiglas or even high-strength fabrics. For example, the KiddyGuard safety barrier protects children up to the age of two from dangerous places.

It can be used in doorways and stairways, and expands up to 51 inches. The KiddyGuard fits inside a doorframe or between two walls and is retractable when not in use, making it quite a flexible barrier in more ways than one!

Gerber Latches: Easy To Install and Use!

When shopping for cabinet and drawer latches, it´s important to find latches that are easy to install and easy to use. Gerber latches fit the bill! Simply position the latch on the inside lip of drawer so the hook will clear the catch part of the cabinet as drawer is closed. Screw the provided two screws into either side of the latch. When children try to open the cabinet, the latch will catch, stopping the door from opening more than an inch or so. Adults can open the cabinet or drawer easily, however. Just press the spring button down as you pull open the door!