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If you are using a product and need to answer the telephone or
doorbell, take the child with you. Remember that most poisonings occur
when the product is being used.
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Use extra caution during mealtimes or when the family routine is
disrupted. Many poisonings take place at this time.
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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.
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Store all poisonous household and chemical products out of sight of
children.
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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.
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Use safety locks on all cabinets. Store potential poisons out of
reach of small children
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Return household and chemical products to safe storage immediately
after use.
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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.
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Discard old or outdated household and chemical products.
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Take time to teach children about poisonous substances
