Baby safety tips in Kitchen

• Install quality safety latches on drawers and cabinets that are within a child's reach.

• Keep all sharp utensils, wastebaskets, and household cleaning products in a latched drawer or cabinet.

• Appliance cords should not dangle from the counter-top. A curious child could pull on that cord and bring a heavy appliance onto his head or body.

• Cook using the back burners of your stove and turn pot handles toward the rear of the stove so your child can't pull hot food on himself. Remove stove knobs to prevent curious little fingers from turning on the knobs. If you remove the knobs, keep one handy to use while cooking, and store in a drawer when not in use.

• Dishwashing detergent should only be poured immediately before you wash dishes. A swallow full of detergent is a hazardous and deadly snack.

• If your kitchen has a trash compactor, keep it latched. If it is key operated, keep the key out of reach from your child.

• Keep a fire extinguisher readily accessible in the kitchen and know how to use it.

• Post emergency phone numbers by the phone or on your refrigerator. Include police, fire, poison control, hospital, family doctor, and ambulance service. When in doubt, call 911.

• Don't use tablecloths or placemats - your baby will pull them and what's on them down.

• Prevent access to pet bowls of food and water. A child could drown in the water or choke on the food.

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