U.S. CPSC: Window Covering Information Center

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Kids and Cords Don't Mix

A young child is likely to die this month, strangled by a window covering cord. In recent years, CPSC has recalled millions of window coverings that have cords. Learn more about this hidden hazard and how to keep young children safe.

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	Recalls Roman Shade and Roll Up Blinds (October 19, 2011) View All Window Covering Recalls Baby Monitor Cords Keep ALL cords away from babies, including baby monitor cords OnSafety Blog: Baby Monitor Cords Have Strangled Children Baby Monitor Cord Safety Alert Video: Coordinate a Safe & Sound Zone Video on YouTube: What’s Wrong With This Picture? Standards Activities CPSC is participating in voluntary standards activities to address the strangulation hazard with corded window coverings. Learn About CPSC’s Voluntary Standards Activities Work Related Topics Drawstrings on Children’s Clothes The Safe Nursery