Corded Window Coverings are a Top Danger in the Home for Infants & Young Children
New York, NY (October 1, 2023) – Corded window coverings are considered one of the top hidden hazards in the home, due to the potential strangulation hazard to young children. To increase awareness of this danger, October is recognized as Window Covering Safety Month. The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) and safety experts urge parents and caregivers to use only cordless window covering products or those that have inaccessible cords ... Read More
National Survey Reveals Awareness of Safety Risk In The Home
Homes with children may have potentially hazardous window coverings despite high awareness of this “top hidden hazard” NEW YORK, NY (July 12, 2023)—A new national survey from the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) found that the majority of parents (86%) were aware of the risk of strangulation to infants and young children from corded window coverings. Since a new safety standard went into effect over four years ago, the data ... Read More
Caregivers Urged to Check their Window Coverings for Dangerous Cords
New York, NY (October 3, 2022) – Parents and caregivers are urged to check the window coverings in places where young children frequent. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), window covering cords are one of the top five hazards in the home due to the potential strangulation hazard to young children. To increase awareness of the potential danger that exposed cords can present to young children, October ... Read More
National Survey Finds 90% of Adults with Children in the Home are Aware of Window Covering Cord Safety Hazards
NEW YORK, NY (March 21, 2022)—A new national survey from the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) found that 90% of adults with children in the home are aware of the strangulation hazard certain window covering cords may pose to infants and young children. The WCSC study was conducted in March 2022 using an online survey among 1,000 U.S. adults, ages 18 and older. While a vast majority of parents now ... Read More
Child Safety Tips to Keep in Mind this Holiday Season
New York, NY (December 1, 2021) – According to AAA, over 53 million Americans are expected to travel this holiday season. With unfamiliar territory and plenty of distraction, accidents are bound to happen. During the excitement and bustle of the holidays, it’s important to be mindful of potential safety hazards that can often be overlooked. The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) urges parents and hosts to keep safety top of ... Read More
