Poison Prevention Week is next week and a good time to talk about the basic steps you can do to avoid accidents that can happen when household items are ingested. Whether dealing with medicine, cleaning products or other potential child hazards, here are some things to pay attention to while staying #SafeAndCleanAtHome:

• Store these items up and out of sight as soon as they come into the house and keep them there unless being actively used.
• Child-resistant packaging can provide an added layer of protection. This is especially important for anything that is easy to grab.
• As your kids grow, they’ll be able to reach more and get into more. Don’t underestimate them! Err on the side of safety.
• Put the poison control help number (1-800-222-1222) in your phone or post it somewhere visible in your home.

With these home safety tips, you can keep everyday items like cleaners, paints and medicine, among others, from becoming a potential hazard in the hands of a small child.