It is a shocking fact that there have been 5 child fatalities in the last 12 months as a result of strangulation through blind cords.
Blind cords and chains can pose a risk for babies, children and vulnerable people, unless safety measures are in place.
Reduce the risk from looped blind cords and chains:
As children grow, so does their curiosity and basic household products can become a potential danger to infants.
Silent Gliss puts safety first and has developed innovative products that can reduce the risk of accidents, which at the same time enhance the look of the interior.
They have also produced a leaflet, which guides you through the possible hazards, and features a number of child-safe window treatment options.
Here are a few tips from the leaflet.
- Spring Operated Roller blinds with a decorative pull instead of the traditional chain for enhanced safety.
- Motorisation A wide variety of Silent Gliss window treatment products are available with a motorised option, which eliminates all lift cords and allows the system to be operated at the touch of a button and from the comfort of your chair.
- Combination draw rod / cord Venetian blind system, which integrates both tilting and lifting / lowering of the blind, by keeping the cord taught for extra safety.
- The Silent Gliss cord retainer is available for all chain / cord looped blinds and tracks, it keeps them taut to reduce risk of an inquisitive child becoming entangled.
To download the leaflet Safety First With Silent Gliss, please go to the website.