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It's Time To Review Your Home Safety Checklist

Jun 02, 2020
You know the saying, "It is better to be safe than to be sorry." It is a statement that holds true in every household, especially when you are taking care of a family. In the midst of a pandemic, with the whole family at home, you want to make sure everyone from baby to grandmom is safe. The best thing you can do is review your home safety checklist.

COVID-19 Home Safety Checklist

Hand Sanitizer and/or Hand Wipes: This can be store-bought or homemade, but it should contain at least 60 percent alcohol. If possible, try to have hand sanitizer in your home, car and purse, so you are safe regardless of your location.

Disinfectant Spray and/or Wipes: You want an antibacterial product that kills about 99 percent of germs, as this creates a clean environment. It never hurts to keep a pack of disinfectant wipes in your car for outings, so you can wipe down your car as necessary.

Face Masks: You need store-bought or homemade face masks for covering your mouth and nose, in case anyone is showing symptoms or you need to go out. There should be enough disposable masks for everyone, and reusable masks should be washed regularly to keep the bacteria at bay.

Cleaning Products: It never hurts to make sure you are stocked up on your usual cleaning products. In fact, it is an essential part of keeping your home clean and sanitized during the pandemic.

General Home Safety Checklist

Fire Extinguishers: In case of a fire, you need to place a fire extinguisher on each floor of your home. Place each one in a spot that is easy to access so you can take care of the fire quickly.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Test them on a regular basis to ensure they are working properly, and change the batteries as needed.

Electrical Cords: You should never overload the power strips and outlets, nor should you keep them near paper or water, and be sure to keep your cords from becoming tangled. It is also a good idea to look into outlet covers to protect younger children.

Keep Out of Reach: There are many items that need to be kept out of your child's reach, including medication, chemical-based cleaners, choking hazards and sharp objects. You need to keep these items away from your pets as well.

Latches on Cabinets and Drawers: In addition to placing the items you do not want your children to touch on high shelves, you can also place them in cabinets or drawers with safety latches to keep them locked. Another option is a safe or lockbox for certain items.

Baby Gates: If you have babies, toddlers and pets, you may want to invest in baby gates for the stairs, porch and certain rooms. Baby gates keep your children and pets out of the areas that may be dangerous for them.

It is always a good idea to go through your home safety checklist periodically. This way, you can make sure you are creating a safe environment for everyone who is living or quarantining in your home.

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