Most people don’t know there are many common objects in the home that can cause serious eye injuries to children. For that reason, Prevent Blindness America has named October Home Eye Safety Month. Watching children is the best precaution, the organization advises, but there are other steps you can take to ensure their safety and well-being. Teaching kids about eye safety is one way. Using eye protection for risky tasks is another.
Actions often speak louder than words. Adults who wear eye protection are teaching their kids a valuable lesson. In addition, the following home safety tips can help keep you and your children safe.
For example, Prevent Blindness America offers the following tips about bathroom and kitchen eye safety:
–Teach children not to run around with forks, knives, combs
or toothbrushes.
–Keep detergents, cleaning supplies, nail polish remover,
mouthwash and makeup in locked cabinets or out of reach.
–Set a good example by wearing eye protection when using
ammonia-based cleaning supplies.
Click HERE to download a PDF of Prevent Blindness America home eye safety tips for your office.
