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Spring is here, and with warmer temperatures comes the desire to open windows and let in some fresh air after a long winter. As you unlatch your windows and prepare to let in the aromas of moist air and reawakening earth, don’t forget to brush up on a little common sense and window safety.
The National Safety Council observes National Window Safety Week (April 3-9), which is a timely reminder to exercise a few simple safety measures to enjoy that breath of fresh air. At Andersen Windows, we have focused on window safety for decades. We also created “LookOut for Kids,” a program intended to raise awareness among consumers and caregivers about the importance of window safety measures everyone can take.
Five Window Safety Tips to Remember:
- Always close and lock windows and doors.
- For ventilation, open windows that children can’t reach. Children can quickly climb to window ledges and sills and fall.
- Don’t rely on insect screens to prevent falls. Insect screens are designed only to provide ventilation and keep bugs out.
- Position beds and other furniture away from windows. Don’t allow children to jump on beds.
- Consider installing window opening control devices or window guards that limit how far a window can open, but are also easily opened further in case of an emergency.
For more information on window safety, download our LookOut for Kids® brochure. The National Safety Council also has a downloadable kids activity book to make learning about window safety fun for kids.
