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5 ways to keep children safe from electrical injury in the home

October 30, 2017 173 Comments

Sharing 5 ways to keep children safe from electrical injury in the home because prevention is the best way to avoid injury. We all want our homes to be an electrical safe-zone for kids throughout their childhood.  Because electrical safety has different milestones: moving babies, curious toddlers, little kids who think they are big enough, and teens who charge all the things.  Here are 5 ways to keep children safe from electrical injury in the home which might make your life a little easier…

5 ways to keep children safe from electrical injury in the home

The majority of Ontarians say they have been shocked. And although people may brush off a little zap from a toaster or a buzz from an outlet, research shows that even low-voltage shocks can have serious long-term after effects. The reality is that all shocks are preventable.

  1. Small kids often want to explore new things by putting them in their mouths. Keep cords away from little hands and mouths.
  2. Install tamper-resistant (TR) receptacles to protect younger children from shocks. They have shutters that cover the plug slots and help prevent little fingers or objects from going into the outlet. I still have “baby plugs” on my unused outlets…because you never know when a friend with a baby might drop by.
  3. For children under 15 years old, the majority of electrical injuries happen at home. Prevent small fingers and hands from getting shocked or burned by replacing frayed cords, replacing missing or broken outlet covers and keeping little hands from plugging and unplugging things until they are old enough to understand the dangers.
  4. Teach older children how to plug in and unplug safely. When it’s time to unplug, don’t yank cords from the wall. This can damage the appliance, the cord and the outlet.
  5. Water and electricity can be a lethal mix. Install Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)—the ones with the reset button—in any room with water (ie. bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms) to help protect from a shock.

For more information visit: www.esasafe.com/nosafeshock

5 ways to keep children safe from electrical injury in the home via www.parentclub.ca, at home safety tips

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  1. SHIRLEY says

    October 30, 2017 at 8:47 am

    Check electrical cords for damage or fraying. If a cord is frayed, replace it. Tape doesn’t protect from shock.

    Reply
    • Orna Soref says

      November 11, 2017 at 6:20 pm

      the same

      Reply
  2. Amy Heffernan says

    October 30, 2017 at 8:59 am

    I have always kept my son informed about electric items and how powerful they are!

    Reply
  3. Stephen Gordon says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:01 am

    Make sure outlets are pluged with stoppers and loose cords are wrapped up.

    Reply
    • Ryan says

      November 2, 2017 at 12:32 am

      Or update your recepticals to tamper resistant models, they have stoppers built in.

      Reply
  4. joanne darrell says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:13 am

    I used stoppers for electric outlets.

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  5. Deborah C says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:16 am

    I educate them about any potential dangers from dealing with electrical outlets, appliances etc.

    Reply
  6. jemrah1 says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:18 am

    to educate that cords, electricity and water don’t mix — to be careful with blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons, in the bathroom.

    Reply
  7. Tainan Lu (@demon1102) says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:19 am

    I have always kept my son informed about the dangerous of electric items

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  8. Wendy Jensen says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:38 am

    I use the stoppers for the plugs and also tell the children the dangers of electricity.

    Reply
  9. Carole D says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:38 am

    I always kept my children well informed about the danger of electricity and I used stoppers for electric outlets.

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  10. kathy downey says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:39 am

    We use tamper resistant receptacles in our home to keep little fingers safe!

    Reply
  11. Janet M says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:40 am

    We use stoppers on all the plugs and spend time educating the children about the dangers of electricity and how to be respectful of its power.

    Reply
  12. Wendy Hutton says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I make sure all electrical outlets have safety plugs in them, an cords are always kept behind shelves/ appliances and teach them it nothing to play with

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  13. krisha4444 says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:01 am

    we use outlet covers on all the outlets, we never leave cords out or any appliances or tools that plug in

    Reply
  14. Krista Miller (@MillerKrazy) says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:23 am

    Using child proof outlet caps to keep the kids safe!

    Reply
  15. julielaura1 says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:37 am

    We have covers for our outlets and keep all our cords tucked out of the way!

    Reply
  16. Jonnie says

    October 30, 2017 at 11:07 am

    We keep outlets covered and cords hidden away from the little ones. As the kids get older we teach them how to plug in and unplug properly.

    Reply
  17. LILLIAN BROWN says

    October 30, 2017 at 11:17 am

    We always used the stoppers for the outlets and were very carefully if we used an extension cord

    Reply
  18. Florence Cochrane says

    October 30, 2017 at 11:38 am

    I use plugs in the outlets that are not use. We also use surge protector and safe cords.

    Reply
  19. ruth moreira-lozon says

    October 30, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    we use surge protectors, and as much as possible tend to block outlets with furniture. We also educate our kids about the dangers of electric shocks.

    Reply
  20. Sandra McG says

    October 30, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    we use the plug stoppers, but also started at a very early age letting the kids know what is not to be played with and the reasons why…..we want to keep them around forever!!

    Reply
  21. SweetPanda says

    October 30, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    We have surge protectors at home and we often remind our kids not to go near or touch any of the power outlet since it will be dangerous

    Reply
  22. Robyn Bellefleur says

    October 30, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    We put plug covers in outlets we are not using and keep wires as neat as possible and ensure that the wires are intact.

    Reply
  23. Alison Braidwood says

    October 30, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    We use child-proof covers on the outlets, and try to make sure cords are bundled out of the way.

    Reply
  24. Catherine Brown says

    October 30, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    Keep plugs covered, keep wires hidden or tapped to the wall.

    Reply
  25. hmrcarlson says

    October 30, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    We keep wires behind furniture/taped to the wall, cover electrical sockets, use power bars and teach our kids about being careful around plugs and wires.

    Reply
  26. Heather Ritz says

    October 30, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    cover electrical sockets

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  27. Carol Ann Westbrook says

    October 30, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    Educate children early about the dangers of sticking anything into an outlet. Always use outlet covers. Check cords for fraying or other damage, Do not overload electrical cords/outlets. Make sure hair dryers, curling irons or radios are not near water in a bathroom. When I was 2, a little boy my age stuck a fork into an outlet and was electrocuted. My parents were extra careful with anything electrical.

    Reply
  28. NormaJane says

    October 30, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    I love those safety kits you can get in baby sections of stores. Plugs for the plugs in etc. I also am very careful in the kitchen using those appliances and having the cord hang down. Too easy for little hands to grab & pull 🙁

    Reply
  29. Michelle W says

    October 30, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    We use outlet covers on all the outlets, and never leave cords out for little hands to reach!

    Reply
  30. angie andrews says

    October 30, 2017 at 5:00 pm

    i talk to my kids and let them know the dangers and I have the covers on the outlets

    Reply
  31. Heather Lynne says

    October 30, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    We have used those little finger blocking covers and tried to teach them about the dangers.

    Reply
  32. jan says

    October 30, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    I hadn’t realized that no shocks are safe, even those little ones. I plan on getting a humidifier so our house isn’t so dry in winter.

    Reply
  33. Pam says

    October 30, 2017 at 5:51 pm

    I use PROPER power bars.

    Reply
  34. Debbie White Beattie says

    October 30, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    I make sure outlets are covered and cords are out of reach so kids can’t get at them

    Reply
  35. MaryG says

    October 30, 2017 at 6:10 pm

    Keep cords tied up and out of reach and plugs covered!

    Reply
  36. Jenness M says

    October 30, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    We use stoppers on outlets and nothing with cords is allowed in the bathroom.

    Reply
  37. M says

    October 30, 2017 at 6:59 pm

    We use stoppers on the outlets

    Reply
  38. Jenny Major says

    October 30, 2017 at 7:19 pm

    Make sure outlets are pluged with stoppers

    Reply
  39. Dave says

    October 30, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    Don’t use extension cords and keep outlets covered.

    Reply
  40. Carol M says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    Keeping plugs covered

    Reply
  41. Erika Letson says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    I keep cords out of their reach and block all the outlets!

    Reply
  42. Jolie says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:49 pm

    When my daughters were little I always made sure that the outlets were blocked and always talked to them about the dangers.

    Reply
  43. tammy ta says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    In our home we use stoppers for electric outlets.

    Reply
  44. Tina L. says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:50 pm

    We used stoppers for the outlets and make sure cords are out of the way.

    Reply
  45. Lori a Galbraith says

    October 30, 2017 at 11:23 pm

    We used child safety covers for all our outlets. We also kept our visible cords to a minimum, watched our children closely and educated them when they were old enough on the dangers.

    Reply
  46. binabugged says

    October 31, 2017 at 12:01 am

    We made sure we bought those kits where you put the plastic things into the plugs.

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  47. Elizabeth Matthiesen says

    October 31, 2017 at 1:37 am

    When my kids were young I had child-proof covers on all electrical outlets, cords were hidden wherever possible. As they got older I then taught them of the dangers of electricity. This obviously didn’t happen with one of my son-in-laws as my daughter caught him fishing around in the toaster with a fork!

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  48. lisa bolduc says

    October 31, 2017 at 4:46 am

    if my son wants something plugged in we will air with him and show him how to properly do it

    Reply
  49. Nicolthepickle (@Nicolthepickle) says

    October 31, 2017 at 7:06 am

    I unplug any small appliance cords that my baby can reach.

    Reply
  50. julielaura1 says

    October 31, 2017 at 7:37 am

    Do not pull plugs out of the sockets using the cord!

    Reply
  51. Carol Denny says

    October 31, 2017 at 8:35 am

    When my kids were little I used covers on all my outlets and mow with grandkids I am useing them again.

    Reply
  52. Judy Cowan says

    October 31, 2017 at 9:26 am

    We use plug covers and keep cords up out of reach of little hands.

    Reply
  53. Tara Betterley says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:35 am

    When my kids were younger I kept plug covers on the outlets and I tried to keep the electrical cords our of their reach.

    Reply
  54. Sunshine G says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:26 am

    We explain what electricity does whenever we pass a power box.

    Reply
  55. Nicole Jubleew says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:58 am

    We use stoppers in outlets close to the ground and make sure everyone is aware of the dangers of electricity.

    Reply
  56. Melinda Jana (@Sukki24) says

    October 31, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    we cover the electrical outlets

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  57. lyndac1968 says

    October 31, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    Keep cords and plugs covered and teach them early that they do not touch!

    Reply
  58. Juliee Fitze says

    October 31, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    I keep the cords hid behind the tv and tables so the young ones can’t get them.

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  59. Amanda I says

    October 31, 2017 at 3:34 pm

    We use plug covers and keep cords up out of reach of little hands and “paws” 🙂

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  60. Sarah says

    October 31, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    We try to make sure our kids understand how dangerous electricity is and keep our electrical items in safe condition.

    Reply
  61. Jennifer P. says

    October 31, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    We have babyproofing plugs in all our empty sockets, and we use Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters in our bathrooms. My older daughter has been shown how to plug and unplug safely.

    Reply
  62. Erin N says

    October 31, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    I think the best way to protect your kids is to educate them! There isn’t always going to be safety measures in place – let them know how to be safe, everywhere!

    Reply
  63. Linda H says

    October 31, 2017 at 4:46 pm

    I have coverings over the electrical outlets.

    Reply
  64. Allie f says

    October 31, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    We use stoppers in all plugs and cover electrical outlets!

    Reply
  65. Josee B says

    October 31, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    Childproof the outlets with stoppers and keep chords out of reach

    Reply
  66. Gillian Morgan says

    October 31, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    We have covers on all electrical outlets.

    Reply
  67. josephine evans says

    October 31, 2017 at 7:23 pm

    We have little outlet covers and we keep the cords out of the way and together.

    Reply
  68. Colleen Lanin says

    October 31, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    Electricity is just as dangerous as fire – more so, in my opinion. There are so many opportunities for children to get into electrical emergencies. They need to understand the dangers of electricity as much s fire.

    Reply
  69. reesa says

    October 31, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    So I have a confession. Electrical injury is something that scares the daylights out of me!

    Reply
  70. Rosanne Robinson says

    October 31, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    When our daughter was a toddler we had plug covers, & kept the cords tied up. We continuously check and ensure all of our cords and plugs are in good condition before plugging into the sockets.

    Reply
  71. Cyn Gagen says

    October 31, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    These are such important tips. I really like the idea of just keeping the outlet covers all the time – whether you currently have little ones or not.

    Reply
  72. Melinda says

    October 31, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    We use outlet covers for all the electrical outlets in our home.

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  73. Glogirl says

    October 31, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    We try to keep electrical covers on our outlets to prevent injury.

    Reply
  74. Kelly Hutchinson (@KickingWKelly) says

    October 31, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    When my kids were little, I was always worried about them getting an electrical injury. Thank you for these ways to keep them safe from that happening.

    Reply
  75. Serena Debolt says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    We cover all electrical outlets and keep all cords away from fingers

    Reply
  76. Claudia Krusch says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:10 pm

    When my Son was little I was so worried about electrical safety. These are great tips to help keep your kids safe.

    Reply
  77. Sherry says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    When my kids were young we had outlet covers on all of the outlets. I still have to remind my son not to pull on the cord when he wants to unplug something.

    Reply
  78. Lisa Bristol says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    Electrical safety is so important. I always have the plug protectors in even though my kids are all grown up. You never know when a friend will bring a little one over.

    Reply
  79. Ira says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    All our receptacles are tamper-resistant. And we do a lot of talking and explaining.

    Reply
  80. tracy k says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:45 pm

    we use outlet covers

    Reply
  81. Donna L. says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:04 pm

    I use outlet plugs to keep little fingers out.

    Reply
  82. ivy pluchinsky says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    We have safety plugs and teach the kids about electrical safety

    Reply
  83. Aarone Mawdsley says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:39 pm

    teach them not to touch

    Reply
  84. jmanandmillerbug says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    We had covers on all our plugs when our kids were very young! I was always worried about that! These tips are awesome I will give to my sister in law who has two young kids!

    Reply
  85. Josh S says

    October 31, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    I inspect the outlets regularly and have taught my kids to stay away from it.

    Reply
  86. Sarah Marturano says

    November 1, 2017 at 2:30 am

    Great tips! You can never be too safe when it comes to outlets and the safety of the kids.

    Reply
  87. @mommyblogexpert says

    November 1, 2017 at 2:50 am

    When our kids were babies we had those socket covers throughout our house. I bet parents raising little ones now will find your safety tips handy.

    Reply
  88. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    November 1, 2017 at 3:04 am

    Awesome tips! I always use plug stoppers when my kids were small. And I never let them off my sight.

    Reply
  89. angela eagle says

    November 1, 2017 at 4:10 am

    when my son was little we only had stoppers. They hadn’t come out with anything else yet. I’d like to know what the long term effects are

    Reply
  90. Jenn Mitchell (@comebackmomma) says

    November 1, 2017 at 8:50 am

    We had stoppers when our kids were little. I make them aware of the dangers of electricity, especially near water. I was mildly electrocuted as a kid when a chord went across a minor flood in our apartment.

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  91. Elizabeth Vlug says

    November 1, 2017 at 9:25 am

    We use electrical covers, keep cords as short as possible and watch the little ones like hawks. When old enough, teach them about electrical safety.

    Reply
  92. Erin W says

    November 1, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    My husband is an electrician and I have also worked in the electrical industry, so from day one we have taught our daughter about electrical safety. She know’s the proper way to plug and unplug something, never touches outlets or anything electrical without asking first. The biggest tip is for parents, to always have proper covers on switches and outlets, and leave electrical work to electricians!

    Reply
  93. Rob says

    November 1, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    Thank you for posting this! even with older kids it’s easy to get complacent.

    Reply
  94. munsif noorali says

    November 1, 2017 at 12:11 pm

    Plug stoppers, cords tied, and EDUCATION

    Reply
  95. mandiestevens says

    November 1, 2017 at 12:34 pm

    Great list! My husband was an electrician and was always about educating everyone about safety.

    Reply
  96. curtis says

    November 1, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    keep our kids safe

    Reply
  97. Josie Tusa says

    November 1, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    I think putting the covers in the outlets is a great idea.

    Reply
  98. Alexander Lim says

    November 1, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    Use electrical covers and don’t leave loose cords dragging around

    Reply
  99. Ginabergman says

    November 1, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    We have safety plugs

    Reply
  100. Diedre says

    November 1, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    I always make sure that electrical cords are stored/displayed compactly so that they are not easily accessible to curious little mouths or hands.

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  101. jessica s says

    November 1, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    I have the stoppers that plug into the outlets, like you mentioned in your post 🙂

    Reply
  102. Lee-Ann Sleegers says

    November 1, 2017 at 9:22 pm

    We make sure that cords run along walls and not in traffic areas so they don’t create trip hazards.

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  103. sarah alexis says

    November 1, 2017 at 11:27 pm

    I taught them from a young age not to touch outlets or wires! And when they were very young i kept all the outlets covered.

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  104. Tanis S says

    November 2, 2017 at 12:46 am

    We have stoppers for all of our plugs which does help!

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  105. Justin K says

    November 2, 2017 at 1:44 am

    By not having any! :p

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  106. Lilly Kavanagh says

    November 2, 2017 at 3:08 am

    Our baby boy is on the move now so we keep electrical outlets plugged so he can’t stick anything in them.

    Reply
  107. paulinemilner says

    November 2, 2017 at 4:46 am

    We use the safety clips to put in the electrical outlets and make sure that outlets are not obvious by putting furniture, plants, etc. in front of them. Thanks for the super giveaway opportunity.

    Reply
  108. Meekyung says

    November 2, 2017 at 6:22 am

    Install tamper-resistant (TR) receptacles to protect younger children from shocks

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  109. Soozle says

    November 2, 2017 at 6:24 am

    Plugs for outlets are number one for prevention

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  110. Maria says

    November 2, 2017 at 9:05 am

    We have plugs for our outlets as kids love to stick things into the holes. I have caught one of my little ones trying to remove one. Thankfully they are quite hard to remove

    Reply
  111. Ali P says

    November 2, 2017 at 9:50 am

    I inspect our electrical regularly.

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  112. mooch68 says

    November 2, 2017 at 1:35 pm

    We have installed special covers on all outlets. You have to slide the cover over to access the outlet.

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  113. Piroska says

    November 2, 2017 at 4:42 pm

    We always had socket covers, and tried to keep the outlets hidden behind furniture, plants, etc.

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  114. phyllis cadwell says

    November 2, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    We keep all plugs protected with a safety cover

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  115. Kelley Moore says

    November 3, 2017 at 3:48 am

    I always try and keep the outlets behind furniture so the kids don’t see them otherwise I use safety plugs.

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  116. garfield cadwell says

    November 3, 2017 at 8:45 am

    Keep all unused outlets filled with an outlet protector

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  117. Tammy Dalley (@Tammykayv) says

    November 3, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I keep all outlets covered with protectors!

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  118. Faye W. says

    November 3, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    We covered all outlets with safety plugs.

    Reply
  119. lncleslie says

    November 4, 2017 at 7:42 am

    Safety covers!!

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  120. lori b says

    November 4, 2017 at 8:35 am

    we use the plug covers

    Reply
  121. Elaine Douglas says

    November 4, 2017 at 4:59 pm

    i always had the plugs covered

    Reply
  122. Jenny (@jnylala) says

    November 4, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    We used outlet covers and we don’t overload the outlets with too many appliances or devices.

    Reply
  123. Lee-Ann L says

    November 4, 2017 at 8:36 pm

    Now that they are older and plugging and unplugging things themselves, we talk about how to properly pull out cords.

    Reply
  124. Casey Miller says

    November 5, 2017 at 1:15 am

    No cracked cords. We also explain the dangers of electronics, especially why they aren’t in or allowed in the bathrooms.

    Reply
  125. Erica Seaman says

    November 5, 2017 at 8:08 am

    I’ve preached to my children since they were young about electrical safety, I’ve got them really careful around plugs and they always unplug things from the plug not the cord.

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  126. Stephanie says

    November 5, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    I always get a professional to do all the electric work so I know our home is safe. Always teach kids not play with outlets and don’t pull the cords

    Reply
  127. Jennpup says

    November 5, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    We’ve been lucky as my youngest has autism and is obsessed with plugging things in. We have to hide cords and keep an eye on him. He doesn’t understand the danger.

    Reply
  128. Jenn Erin says

    November 5, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    We use electrical covers and we make sure the power bars and cords are tidy and out of the way.

    Reply
  129. beewbedard says

    November 5, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    We use child-proof covers on the outlets

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  130. Maryanne says

    November 5, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    Covers on all plugs and remove long cords

    Reply
  131. Peter Tusa says

    November 5, 2017 at 11:32 pm

    I use stoppers for electric outlets and keep all cords out of reach.

    Reply
  132. andrea amy (@mommy2fiveboys) says

    November 6, 2017 at 12:24 am

    we use plugs for all the outlets, keep cords tucked away and i always taught them not to play near the plugs or to stick anything in them

    Reply
  133. angie andrews says

    November 6, 2017 at 6:41 am

    I educate the kids on the dangers of electricity and I use the plugs in the outlets

    Reply
  134. cgrandy823 says

    November 6, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    We make sure electrical and extension cords are safe – not worn out or frayed, not in places where they get walked on or tripped over, etc.

    Reply
  135. Karla (@ksceviour) says

    November 6, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    I have taught my son about the safety of electrical plugs. I always had covers over them when he was smaller and regularly check cords to make sure they are safe.

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  136. clairebelletazlover says

    November 6, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    Make sure outlets are pluged with the safety plugs and when there is a fray wire we throw it out

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  137. Megan Willis says

    November 6, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    We have the outlets protected and no extension cords!

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  138. Daryl Anderson says

    November 6, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    We keep the non essential electricals disconnected at the panels

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  139. Brenda Penton says

    November 7, 2017 at 10:20 am

    My kids are older now so outlets aren’t much of an issue. Our latest discussion has been about checking cables to make sure they are not frayed or damaged and also using electronics near water.

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  140. Cheryl H says

    November 7, 2017 at 11:09 am

    i always talk to my children about the dangers of out;lets

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  141. Kim K says

    November 7, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    We use outlet covers

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  142. Erinn Lishman says

    November 7, 2017 at 2:43 pm

    We definitely discuss the dangers of outlets with our three girls and try hard to ensure their safety by putting covers on!

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  143. Donnas says

    November 7, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    I made sure that the electrical outlets that were not in use were covered. No way she could put anything into it.

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  144. Cathy C says

    November 7, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    I make sure they use the plug to unplug the item instead of the cord.

    Reply
  145. Brittany says

    November 8, 2017 at 10:28 am

    We make sure nothing is left plugged in where little hands can reach! Along with the danger of electric shock, little ones can use cords to pull heavy items down on themselves and cause injury.

    Reply
  146. Stephanie LaPlante says

    November 8, 2017 at 11:05 am

    We have all our wires covered and protected. We also have protection on our outlets.

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  147. Terry Perron says

    November 8, 2017 at 11:28 am

    All plugs were covered with plug covers, no loose wires,

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  148. DebP says

    November 8, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    We use stoppers for the plugs, and also educate on the whys and dangers of electricity, as well as teach by example.

    Reply
  149. Chris W says

    November 8, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Always use the safety plugs :)!

    Reply
  150. aly3360 says

    November 9, 2017 at 12:34 am

    We try to keep all wires out of reach and electronics out of the bathrooms. We don’t have safety plugs in yet, but i did pick up a set to do that to.

    – Amber Y

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  151. l p says

    November 9, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    using outlet covers for all the electrical outlets; checking electrical cords on a routine basis for fraying etc. thanks

    Reply
  152. loucheryl says

    November 9, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    All of my electrical outlets have those little plastic covers in them. 🙂

    Reply
  153. Michelle k says

    November 9, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    My husband works with electrical and has always shown my son how to be safe, about grounding and conduction. Cords are tucked away, making sure the cat doesn’t chew on them and teaching our son to call an adult when he’s unsure if somethings safe.

    Reply
  154. Maria McLachlan says

    November 9, 2017 at 11:04 pm

    My youngest is 4 and I still use a cover on outlets as a precaution

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  155. Stefanie V says

    November 10, 2017 at 12:03 am

    Always use covers

    Reply
  156. KellyPC says

    November 10, 2017 at 1:49 am

    We don’t have kids but we tuck cords out of the way because we have pets & when we have little visitors there are a few things we move around.

    Reply
  157. Heather N says

    November 10, 2017 at 9:45 am

    We had stoppers, but have explained the dangers all along and I also keep track of cord condition.

    Reply
  158. shellie clark says

    November 10, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    Make sure outlets are pluged with stoppers!!

    Reply
  159. erin mcsweeney says

    November 11, 2017 at 3:58 am

    THROUGH EDUCATION, REALLY WATCHING OVER YOUR CHILD AND TEACHING THEM WHAT NOT TO DO IS WHAT I TRY

    Reply
  160. Bonnie Praymayer says

    November 11, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    We make sure there’s nothing for little fingers to get into.

    Reply
  161. Lee-Ann J says

    November 12, 2017 at 11:59 am

    By keeping cords out of reach.

    Reply
  162. Betty S says

    November 12, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    We have put covers on all the electrical outlets and hooks on the cabinet doors

    Reply
  163. Jennifer Ann Wilson says

    November 12, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    We put covers over all the empty outlets.

    Reply
  164. Clarence L says

    November 13, 2017 at 12:37 am

    Block outlets with furniture or stoppers!

    Reply
  165. LisaM says

    November 13, 2017 at 7:08 am

    We put covers up when he was little.

    Reply
  166. Melissa Gauvin says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:10 am

    I make sure to use safety seals on the outlets

    Reply
  167. Francine Allain says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:55 am

    Our landlord installed electrical outlets that have built in safety plugs. We also talk to the kids about how dangerous electricity can be and how to be safe around electrical cords.

    Reply
  168. Mike Gismondi says

    November 17, 2017 at 6:45 pm

    These are great tips!

    Reply
  169. Calvin F. says

    November 27, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    Always important to keep a safe environment and prevent injury.

    Reply
  170. Andrea Tomas says

    December 10, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    Thank you for this.

    Reply
  171. Hilton Electrical says

    March 19, 2018 at 10:52 pm

    Thank you for this! This has been really helpful and it has been very informative. It has always been important to keep a safe environment to prevent injury especially if you have kids. Thanks again for sharing this!

    Reply

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