September is Baby Safety Month so it’s a good time to talk about some hidden hazards to look out for. Babies and toddlers are eager to explore the world, so it’s important to make sure that they can do so as safely as possible. After all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports […]
New Federal Safety Standard for Booster Seats
Last month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a new federal safety standard for children’s booster seats, including those used at home and in restaurants. This standard does not apply to booster seats intended for use in vehicles. There were a total of 912 incidents related to booster seats reported to the CPSC […]
New Federal Standard for High Chair Safety
Last month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a new federal safety standard for high chairs. The standard is intended to improve safety for all high chairs, including those used at home and in restaurants. From January 2011 through September 2017, the CPSC received 1,842 incident reports related to high chairs. 271 of […]
Prevent Summer Heat Injuries
Even here in the Midwest, summer temperatures can reach dangerous levels. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a safety warning reminding everyone of the dangers associated with leaving a child unattended in a vehicle in summer months. Outside of car accidents, heatstroke is the top cause of vehicle-related fatalities for children in […]
Insect-Borne Illness on the Rise
What do ticks, fleas, and mosquitos have in common? They can all spread disease. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the diseases cases from these bites more than tripled between 2004-2016 in the United States. Outdoor workers such as lawn care professionals and construction workers are among those at risk […]
