Unstable Objects
Serious injury can occur when an infant or toddler pulls or tips a large heavy item down onto himself. Remove, secure or reposition items that are unstable. Following is a list of common items that can present a danger:

Ironing Boards - never leave the ironing board out with an iron placed on it. Aside from the electrical risk, the iron itself can cause serious injury.

Tablecloths - from an infant or toddlers perspective, tablecloths provide a nice hand hold for pulling themselves up. This will result in the contents of the table landing on your child, some of the items may be heavy, hot, or both!.

Televisions should be placed securely on a stable surface far enough back that they will not tip. TVs are front heavy and often rather easy to tip over since the screen is much heavier than the rest of the box.

Bookshelves - should be anchored to the wall to prevent tipping if your baby or toddler tries to climb up on the shelves.

Furniture with Drawers - Drawers should always be kept closed, otherwise your infant or toddler may attempt to climb up on the drawers, thus tipping the item. a

Large Decorative Items - such as statues, plant stands, and large figurines can present a tipping hazard

Look around - there are many items not presented here. Many items in the home can be tipped and result in injury to your child. Check your home carefully! This list is by no means a complete list of items that can cause injury! Watch your child carefully, as always that is the best way to prevent injury.

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Disclaimer: Note, these lists are provided to start you thinking about safety. We guarantee that these lists ARE NOT COMPLETE! You will have to evaluate your own home. No list can anticipate every circumstance. The personal health of yourself , your spouse, children or other factors may dictate that you take precautions not listed here, or that you ignore suggestions made here. Ultimately, you are responsible for your child's safety. When you are unsure or have questions always consult an appropriate professional. We have made every effort to check the accuracy of our information, but we do not guarantee it to be accurate or complete. Use your own judgments and always seek the advice of a physician when appropriate. These lists are intended only to help you identify potential problems. Read our TERMS OF SERVICE for additional information about the conditions and terms under which this list is supplied.