How well this poster designed as part of a Consumer Safety Institute campaign to prevent childhood poisoning in Holland, children see different things. Cleaning products may be most attractive to children, but poisoning due to their intake is the second most common cause of childhood poisoning.
Removing cleaning products from the reach of children is one of the first security measures that should be taken when the baby starts crawling. Start exploring every corner of the house and an oversight could cause a serious accident.
Detergents, bleach, dishwasher tablets, laundry soap, degreasers, stain removers and other cleaning supplies are composed of toxic substances and constitute a danger of poisoning.
Due to their packaging with curious shapes and strong colors they immediately call the attention of children, since they look like toys, therefore they must always be stored in lockable lockers, or better in high places, in case we ever forget to leave it closed.
Another preventive measure is that the contents of the original container should never be transferred to another container, since the child could confuse it with a drink or a soda. It must be ensured that children are not close at the time of cleaning, as they could take the products we use, and always store all products in safe places at the end.
It is essential to take all necessary measures to avoid it, because it is an accident that can be prevented. It is also important to know in advance what to do if the child ingests any cleaning products? Do not induce vomiting or give anything to eat or drink. What should be done is to call 112 or the Spanish Toxicology Center (91 562 04 20) to ask for directions or, where appropriate, urgently go to the primary care center or hospital.
