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Safety in the Household
Household Products Safety

Rating Household Products
for Safety

Did you ever wonder how household products are rated for their effects on the environment and for your safety? There are 4 ratings:

1. Acute Toxicity- This can cause skin and eye irritations and could be harmful or fatal if ingested or breathed in.

2. Chronic Health Effects- The products could cause birth defects, cancer, kidney and liver damage and other health problems..

3. Physical and Chemical Hazards- These household products could be flammable under the right conditions. They could also react with other products, causing chemical reactions.

4. Environmental Effects- If these products leach into the outdoors and water they could be harmful and toxic to animals in the wild, including birds and fish. (chemical pollution)

You need to take into consideration a few things.
1. The age and health of the product user.
2. The misuse of the product, or if the product has spilled. 
3. Is the product being used in a well ventilated area?

How to Childproof Your Home

Choose the Right Safety Gates

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