Syrup of Ipecac is not used for every poisoning emergency. Never administer it unless advised to do so by the Poison Center nurse, or your physician. Poison Prevention Tips Medicines can be kept in a locked overnight case or a locked fishing tackle box. The cupboard under the kitchen sink should not be used for claning items. Store canned goods or pots and pans there, and put cleaning items in a locked cupboard.
Store poisons away from food items.
Flush outdated unnecessary medicines down the toilet. Some Teaching Ideas Use Mr. Yuk tickers on poisonous products. Teach children that Mr. Yuk means No' and if they do not see a Mr. Yuk sticker they need to ask an adult. It needs a Mr. Yuk sticker. Watch me put this container of poison in a high place so none of you can be hurt.