Fall-Related Safety
Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries for children less than 19 years of age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 8,000 children are treated in hospital emergency rooms for fall-related injuries.
Fall-related safety tips
More than 80 percent of fall-related injuries among children less than 4 years old occur in the home. Here are some things you can do to help prevent falls in your home:
- Make sure all stairways have stair gates at the top and bottom, and that the top gate is mounted to the wall
- Keep stairways well-lit and free of clutter
- Secure area rugs with foam carpet backing, double-sided tape or a rubber pad
- Install window guards on all windows above the first floor
- Place furniture away from windows and secure it to the wall
- Do not allow your child to play or jump on furniture
- Never leave babies alone on any furniture, even if they have never rolled over
- Do not use baby walkers with wheels
- Choose baby products that meet required safety standards, and use all safety straps and features
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