Keeping safety in mind at home
Most accidents that injure people occur in and around the home – and, often, they’re easily preventable. The way you use the furniture and home accessories that you live with can play a major role in your family’s safety.
Around the home, where do most accidents happen?
35%
Living room
17%
Kitchen
9%
Garden
Families spend the most time together in the living room, so injuries are more likely there.
Source: EuroSafe IKEA-specific analysis based on European Injury Statistics Database, from 2008-2018.
What are some of the most common hazards at home?
- Falls and slips, for example over rugs, on wet floors or during play.
- Accidental ingestion of chemicals or medicines that can cause poisoning.
- Furniture tip-overs can cause, for example, crushing injuries or suffocation.
- Cords of window blinds, which can lead to strangulation.
- Any small object that a child can pick up, swallow and choke on.
- Candles, matches and cooking appliances can all be a fire risk if left unattended.
- Even very little water can be enough for small babies to drown quickly.
- Hot food and drinks can scald or burn.
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