​The homes windows present a real danger to small children who, as they grow, like to climb and access every place they shouldn’t.  A fall from a window could prove fatal so making sure that the windows in your home are secure and childproof is naturally of the utmost importance.  Let’s look at some simple, low-cost options that are available today for childproofing windows:
 
To stop a child from opening a window, window latches are a good choice.  Just make sure that you choose a type of latch that will not only stop a child from being able to open the window but at the same time is easy for an adult to do so.
 
If you want to prevent a child from gaining any access to a window then window guards are a good option.  Window guards normally come with bars that extend across the window, preventing a child from reaching it.  While these devices should all comply with modern safety standards, it’s a good idea to check for yourself that bars are not spaced more than 4 inches apart which should ensure that a child does not trap their head or another body part in the device.
 
What if you want to be able to have the window open? In this case, window stops are the best choice.  These allow for the window to be open to a set width.  Make sure, however, that the set width is no more than 4 inches.
 
The way you position furniture will also help in preventing a child from reaching a window, be sure that furniture items cannot be used to climb on and access a window.  Another important thing to have in mind is that window screens are not childproof, if your windows are fitted with screens, they will still need to be fitted with childproof devices. 

​Tumble dryers are an essential appliance in many homes today and, like all appliances, care must be taken to ensure they are well maintained. One of the most important parts of the dryer in terms of safety is the dryer vent, here’s why:
 
Most of us are familiar with the way a dryer works, wet clothes are gently spun inside the drum. As this happens hot air is blown through them causing the water to evaporate. The airborne water vapor from the clothes then escapes from the dryer through the dryer vent. What are some important factors to consider when it comes to the dryer’s vent?
 
It may seem like an obvious statement but it's very important to check that the vent is actually connected to the dryer. If the dryer vent becomes disconnected for any reason, it may be difficult to notice because vents normally connect behind or under the dryer. The dryer vent is usually made with a bendable plastic or metal duct. Its flexibility is good for dryers kept in tight spaces, but this also makes it easy to crush or kink which can restrict airflow. This is a problem because a dryer can overheat if not properly vented. You would also see an accumulation of lint in the dryer which is highly flammable if it becomes trapped in the machine.  All of this can lead to the dryer bursting into flames.
 
So, from this very brief consideration, it's clear to see the importance of regularly checking the dryer vent to make sure it is connected and working the way it should.