Even with all the precautions parents take, kids often still get into trouble.
When they’re older, this likely means scrapes and pain—but younger children can die if they get into too serious a situation.
In this shocking image from a safety group in Australia, a little boy sits on a rug in a nice living room at home.
But there are eleven hazards present in the scene which the parents have not managed properly.
The 11 hazards include a window blind cord, a fire going in the fireplace, and an unattended iron.
The flat screen television on the shelf is also unsafe because it could tip over.
Christine Erskine from Kidsafe NSW told the Daily Mail that her top tip for parents is to manage their children’s environment.
“Make sure it’s good for the age and stage of your child, so that when you turn your head, which you will do once, even if it’s just for a few seconds, they’re as safe as possible,” she said.
“The under fives are the biggest demographic at risk. But it’s all about mitigating that risk.”
Baby locks and baby gates can make cupboards and stairs safe, while Erskine also urges parents to make sure they need to think about all the potential hazards such as small batteries.
She concluded: “It’s absolutely vital to check your home to minimize the dangers.”
