Each year, consumer products injure 33.1 million people in their homes. Whether houses or apartments, owned or rented, Americans place great value on the home as a center of safety and security: a realization of the “American dream.” Hazardous products in the home threaten to taint this security. However, by remaining aware and familiarizing yourself with these top five hazards as determined by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), you can come one step closer to a safe, happy home. Some hazards are new; others have been around for years. Whether this is new information or a refresher, it can bring more security into the life of your family. Best of all, with minimal investment of time and money, the dangers on this list are preventable. (more…)

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