An appliance latch or lock can help you to secure all of these kitchen appliances.
A toilet lid lock is also a good idea so that your kids can't open the toilet and drown.
Childproofing Your Home
By Vincent Iannelli, M.D., About.com Guide
Updated November 12, 2008
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
Appliances in your home pose their own safety hazards. In addition to opening the oven and getting burned, your kids might open the dishwasher and pull out a knife and get cut, or pull unsafe items out of the refrigerator.
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- Securing Doors to Unsafe Rooms
- Cabinet Locks
- Internal Cabinet and Drawer Locks
- Stove Guard
- Appliance Locking Strap
- Swing Stair Gate with Extensions
- Adjustable Gate
- Window Gates and Guards
- Fireplace Gate
- Your Childproofed Home
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