Constantly watching over your kid’s every action might not be possible, even if you are at home. With that being said, let's look at a few practical rules that can help make sure your children stay out of harm's way even if you are not around.
Stop opening the door for strangers
You need to instruct your children to keep the doors locked at all times and only open for family members.
They need to know if any stranger rings the doorbell, they should stay put and not open the door immediately. This is even more critical for children who are old enough to be at home alone.
You can also ensure safety around doors by installing a door hinge finger protector that prevents your children from any finger entrapment accidents.
Always have a family emergency contact list in handy all households need to have an emergency contact list written down or printed and kept someplace central. If a disaster strikes, family members should be able to reach it and contact others if required.
Tell your children where they can find this list and how to use it if the situation calls for it. Ideally, children should memorize all critical contact information; however, you can note contact information for the extended family like aunts, grandparents, and uncles living nearby on this emergency list.
Furniture can also be a threat.
If you do not place your furniture safely, it too can pose a severe hazard for young children. Children under the age of five tend to be very curious.
By installing safety measures such as door hinge protectors, safety gates, etc., you can prevent them from getting hurt.
Any furniture with sharp edges needs to be removed, and tall furniture like a bookshelf needs to be secured firmly to the wall.
By keeping these things in check, you can prevent any emergency from escalating. As a parent, you must retain all young family members safe and secure, even if you are not around.