Poison Prevention Tips

ps_sc_poison_side.jpgMedicines

  • Use only child resistant covers.
  • Keep in locked cabinets.
  • Return to safe storage immediately after use.
  • Always measure dose - don't guess.
  • Never tell children that medicine is candy.
  • Never take medicine in front of children. They often imitate adults.
  • Keep all purses out of your child's reach. They may contain medicines or other items that could harm a child.

 

Disposal of Medicines

  • Get rid of old medicines.
  • Flush them down the toilet.
  • Rinse container thoroughly.

Household Products

  • Select products with child resistant covers.
  • Keep in locked cabinets.
  • Return to safe storage immediately after use. Store products and food in separate areas.
  • Keep products in original containers. Never put them into food or beverage containers.
  • Don't turn your back on a child when a product is within reach.
  • If the phone or doorbell rings, take the child with you.

Plants

  • Know the names of all your plants and which ones are poisonous.
  • Keep all plants out of the reach of small children.
  • Teach children not to put any part of plants in their mouths.