How Video Home Security Systems Help Parents Recognize Household Dangers

Interventions to improve parents’ awareness of household hazards have previously relied on handouts or pamphlets. However, videos show actual rooms that are prone to hazards. These videos can also be used in other studies. Video presents hazards from multiple perspectives, allowing participants the opportunity to compare what they see and what they see on the video. These videos also highlight hazards that can be more difficult to identify such as falling objects.

homestay nhà gỗ  ignore the lesser-known dangers that are just as serious, and instead focus our attention on the obvious ones. For example, carbon monoxide (a potentially deadly gas) can be inhaled from appliances at home without warning. You can reduce this risk by investing in a carbon monoxide detector, and keeping appliances clean. Another household danger is mould, which grows when water condenses on surfaces. Its presence in a home can be dangerous to anyone, including toddlers. You can reduce your exposure by installing fences around any pool and water feature.

Many household poisons can be ingested by children, including medicines, cleaning products, and chemicals. Poisons can be found in many homes and should be stored in high risk cupboards with child-resistant locks. Poisoning may occur by ingestion, contact, or even sludge resulting from dishwashers. If  nhà gỗ mộc nam  suspect your child has eaten a household poison, contact a poison control centre immediately.