Among children ages 14 and under, it is estimated that 40 percent of deaths and 50 percent of nonfatal unintentional injuries occur in and around the home.

In 2002, approximately 2100 children ages 14 and under died in the home from unintentional injuries. More than 70% of these deaths occurred among children
ages 4 and under.

More than 4.5 million children ages 14 and under are treated in the emergency room each year for injuries that occurred in the home.

More children die from accidents in the home each year than from all other
childhood illnesses combined!

The Solution:

We are happy to report that most of these injuries are preventable! Proactive parents
can play a crucial role in the prevention of these accidents by examining their home
for potential dangers and by scheduling an In-Home safety evaluation with us.

Child-proofing your home allows your new explorer to move through his environment
with fewer restrictions. The proper placement of quality safety products allows you
peace of mind and your child freedom to try out his new legs, not to mention his new independence. The reality is that parents can't be by their child's side every minute of
the day, child-proofing your home, while not a substitute for adult supervision, adds an extra layer of protection.

Please remember that as your child grows, your child-proofing needs may change.
With a newborn, you may not need outlet covers. When that same infant begins to crawl, that same electrical outlet can be a serious hazard. When your crawler
becomes a walker and climber, safety gates and door locks will be pertinent to your home safety. For these reasons, the National Safe Kids Campaign recommends
having a child-proofing evaluation performed each year in your home.