National Window Safety Week

April 4 – 10 is National Window Safety Week. Here are some tips for staying safe in your home and enjoying your windows:

Tip #1 – Practice fire safety drills regularly so that everyone is familiar with escape routes and knows how to operate the windows.

Tip #2 – Safety escape chain ladders should be in every second floor bedroom. Practice how to use the ladders safely.

Tip #3 - Window screens are only designed to keep insects outside and will not support the weight of a child or family pet. Do not leave windows open in rooms with unattended children and pets.

Tip #4 – If it is out of reach, the top half of a double hung window can be opened for ventilation in order to keep small children safe from falls.

Tip #5 – Keep furniture away from windows so that children do not climb up and fall out a window.

Tip #6 – Low E glass will help to protect your furniture and carpet from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays.

Tip #7 –Multi-point locks on new windows can provide more protection against intruders.