The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently released the top five hidden home dangers. A couple were pretty surprising.
Magnets: Since 2005, 1 Death, 86 Injuries; 8 million magnetic toys recalled.
Unheard recalls: Each year there about 400 recalls
Furniture tip overs: Average of 22 deaths per year; 31 in 2006 and an estimated 3,000 injuries.
Windows and coverings: Average of 12 deaths annually from window cords; Average of 9 deaths and an estimated 3,700 injuries to children annually from window falls.
Pool and spa drains: 15 injuries, 2 fatalities from 2002-2004.
To read the full report, including tips for safety about these topics visit the CPSC release page.
Comment added November 16th, 2009 at 6:55 am
[...] Be leery of magnet-based toys. The CPSC calls magnets, including the ones found in toys one of the five most overlooked home dangers. [...]