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Poison Prevention Tips For Children – Household and Chemical Products  
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Children under the age of six are at the greatest risk for unintentional poisoning. They are curious by nature and investigate their world by putting most things in their mouths. They will eat or drink anything regardless of how it tastes. Children like the attractive packaging, good smells and are drawn to the colorful substances of many of the products found around the home. Here are some tips to consider to make your home safer for children:

	Use safety locks on all cabinets. Store potential poisons out of reach of small children.
	Store all poisonous household and chemical products out of sight of children.
	If you are using a product and need to answer the telephone or doorbell, take the child with you. Most poisonings occur when the product is in use.
	Store all products in their original containers. DO NOT use food containers such as milk jugs or soda bottles to store household and chemical products.
	Store food and household and chemical products in separate areas. Mistaken identity could cause a serious poisoning. Many poisonous products look-a-like and come in containers very similar to drinks or food. An example of this is apple juice and pine cleaner.
	Return household and chemical products to safe storage immediately after use.
	Use extra caution during mealtimes or when the family routine is disrupted. Many poisonings take place at this time.
	Pesticides can be absorbed through the skin and can be extremely toxic. Keep children away from areas that have recently been sprayed. Store these products in a safe place where children cannot reach them.
	Discard old or outdated household and chemical products.
	Take time to teach children about poisonous substances.
	Keep the telephone number of your local Poison Control Center on or near your telephone.

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Source: AAPCC.org

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