PREVENTING INJURIES TO CHILDREN BY TOYS
Choose safe toys.
Ensure that children play with age-appropriate toys, as indicated by safety labels.
Consider the child’s interests and skill level, and look for quality design and
construction.
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PREVENTING INJURIES TO CHILDREN BY TOYS
Choose safe toys.
Ensure that children play with age-appropriate toys, as indicated by safety labels.
Consider the child’s interests and skill level, and look for quality design and
construction.
Consider purchasing a small parts tester to determine whether or not small toys and
objects in your home may present a choking hazard to young children.
Inspect all toys regularly for potential hazards.
Check regularly for damage that could create small pieces that are choking hazards.
Make any necessary repairs immediately, or discard damaged toys out of children’s
reach.
Watch for toys that can become hazards.
Young children should never play with toys with strings, straps or cords longer than 7
inches, which can accidentally strangle them.
Electrical toys are a potential burn hazard.
Children under age 8 should not use toys
with electrical plugs or batteries.
Don’t let children under age 8 blow up balloons.
Use Mylar balloons i
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