Things You'll Need:
- Safety Gates
- Antibacterial Soaps
- Meat Thermometers
- Safety Cabinet Latches
- Corner Guards
- Cord Covers
- Drawer Latches
- Outlet Covers
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Step 1
Store matches, lighters, sharp utensils and household cleaners in a cabinet accessible only to adults.
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Step 2
Put child-safety latches on all lower-level cabinets.
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Step 3
Unplug appliances when not in use and keep cords out of reach of children.
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Step 4
Never pour hot liquid near a child and never leave hot drinks within reach.
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Step 5
Use the back burners of the stove and turn pot handles toward the back.
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Step 6
Purchase safety features that secure free-standing ovens to the wall.
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Step 7
Watch out for tablecloths - since small children enjoy pulling on the cloth, glasses and plates can fall off.
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Step 8
Keep stools and chairs away from counters and stoves.
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Step 9
Be sure to keep alcohol locked away from children.
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Step 10
Cook meat, eggs, poultry and shellfish thoroughly to prevent food poisoning.
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Step 11
Always wash your hands with soap after handling meat or poultry.
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Step 12
Use a child-safety gate, if possible, in the doorway to keep children out of the kitchen completely when you are in another room.













Comments
Anonymous said
on 2/12/2007 While honey is safe for adults and most children to consume, it contains small amounts of *Botulinum clostridium* (the microbe that causes botulism) that can be harmful or lethal to a toddler or infant. Don't feed honey to a child under 24 months, and keep your honey pots away from their curious grasp too.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Keep kid safe toys..like plastic bowls and sippy cups in a drawer they can access. This way they will have a place to play in the kitchen while you prepare meals.