Safety from poisons

Households detergents and disinfectants such as ammonia and lye, should be kept away from children. All medicine should be clearly marked and stored out of the reach of children.

Refrigerators should be defrosted and cleaned regularly, and all spoiled food thrown out. If at all possible, meat, milk products, and other perishable foods should be refrigerated. If they spoil, they can cause serious food poisoning.

Check lists:

• Keep all medicines out of sight and reach of children – preferably in a locked cupboard.
• Keep dangerous substances out of reach of children – these include household chemicals such as cleaners, detergents and bleach, as well as DIY materials such as paints, thinners, strippers, varnishes. glues and other adhesives.
• Remember that perfumes, essential oils and alcohol can also be poisonous to children and keep them out of reach.
• Keep all dangerous substances in original containers.

See also : Cure food poisoning | Healthy advice