Window Guard Installation Video

The video below shows you how to protect your kids from falling from windows with the Window Guard.

How to child proof your window with the Window Wedge

Michael Hixson of KidSafeInc.com demonstrates the installation and use of the Window Wedge a child safety product. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Window Blind Safety

I came across a cute video from the Window Covering Safety Council.  It features ‘Super Baby’ who discusses window safety in a fun way. Link

Also, here is a link to the window safety products available on the market.

Window Falls Prompts CPSC to Issue Warning

With the arrival of the warmer spring weather, families across the nation are opening their windows to let the fresh air in. This pleasant feeling can quickly turn tragic in households with small children. In recent weeks, several children have fallen from windows. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission(CPSC) is warning parents and caregivers to take precautions to keep children from falling from windows.

“CPSC staff is aware of at least 18 falls from windows through media reports, including two deaths, involving small children since April,” said CPSC Acting Chairman Nancy Nord. “We are issuing this warning so parents will take the necessary steps to prevent these incidents from happening.”

These deaths and injuries frequently occur when kids push themselves against window screens or climb onto furniture located next to an open window.

From 2002-2004, CPSC staff received an average of 25 reports a year of fatalities associated with falls from windows. Children younger than five years of age account for approximately one-third of these reported fatalities. For all age categories, more males died from window falls than females.

To help prevent injuries and tragedies, CPSC recommends the following safety tips:

• Install window guards to prevent children from falling out of windows.
• Install window stops so that windows open no more than 4 inches.

• Never depend on screens to keep children from falling out of windows.

• Whenever possible, open windows from the top — not the bottom.

• Keep furniture away from windows, to discourage children from climbing near windows.

Window Wedge Video

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