As it says in the article 'store out of the reach of children' this sort of thing whilst sad and obviously distressing and painful for those concerned (who do have my sympathy) highlights the need to follow instructions. I must admit I have never read the label on the side of the products (detergents/bleaches etc) that we have in the house (generally) but we always have kept such items out of the reach of the children, because we know that they are or can be dangerous. On a lighter note this is difficult now because eldest daughter (12) is now taller than the present Mrs Stuie. Parents need to take responsibility manufacturers/suppliers etc cannot be held responsible for everything.

It's fair enough saying 'keep away from children'. Excellent advice in fact. But I have tried and failed for the past thirty years cos I've had three living in my house! (My own)... And Mrs A doesn't seem to accept that my going to the pub so often is actually a valid safety strategy to comply with this widely repeated instruction.... It is Friday. Sorry I'll get my hat..

Hilary, I would go with all of that except the socket covers. Not a good plan in any way means shape or form. Should be banned.

I too had all the door locks and stair gates, but sometimes you have to think further than that. I once left a dish cloth soaking in the sink in water/bleach, I walked in to find my 3 year old daughter dipping a toy tea cup in the sink because she was thirsty. I wasn't sure if she had swallowed any, but I did ring NHS direct immediately