A poison is anything that causes an unintended effect. Many substances in your home can cause unintentional poisoning . You can protect yourself and your family by making your home safe from poisons. Often, the label can give you important information about the product and what to do in case of poisoning. Store foods separately from household chemicals.
Containers often look similar, and it is easy for children and adults to make mistakes.
If at all possible, store cleaning products outside the kitchen. Do not mix different products. Often, mixing creates poisonous gases. Use safety locks on cabinets, and store household chemicals out of reach of small children. Avoid storing products in cabinets close to the ground.