Blind Recall

We have heard warnings about window blinds since the 1990′s Since they are still hurting kids and have resulted in the deaths of at least 8 children since 2006, the US onsumer Product Safety ommission PS and the Window overing Safety ouncil WS are now recalling all Roman shades and roll-up blinds The recall includes shades and blinds sold at Walmart, J Penny, Pottery Barn, and a number of other stores

This recall of millions of shades and blinds will hopefully allow these window coverings to become safer, since parents can now order a free repair kit from the Window overing Safety ouncil

In addition to getting their free repair kit, the PS also recommends that parents:

xamine all shades and blinds and make sure that no cords are accessible onsider using cordless window coverings in your home Keep cribs and other furniture away from windows so that kids don’t have easy access to window cords ake loose window cords inaccessible to your kids Install tension devices to keep looped chains or cords taught

Related:PSRoman and Roll-Up Blind RecallStrangulation HazardsHidden Dangershoking and hoking HazardsRecall ListWindow Safety and Preventing Falls

source : pediatrics.about.com

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