October is National Window Covering Safety Month

Window-Cord Safety Rules

To maximize window-cord safety when young children present, consumers are urged to follow these safety guidelines:

• Install only cordless window coverings in young children’s bedrooms and play areas.

• Move all cribs, beds, furniture and toys away from windows and window cords, preferably to another wall.

• Keep all window pull cords and inner lift cords out of the reach of children.  Make sure that tasseled pull cords are short and continuous-loop cords are permanently anchored to the floor or wall.  Make sure cord stops are properly installed and adjusted to limit movement of inner lift cords.

• Lock cords into position whenever horizontal blinds or shades are lowered, including when they come to rest on a windowsill.