Replace blinds and window coverings that have long accessible cords Any type of long accessible cord, such as cords on the side, inside or back of the blind or window covering, is a strangulation risk for a child. The safest blinds and window coverings are ones without long accessible cords. Removing blinds and window coverings with long accessible cords, starting first with children's rooms and play spaces, is the best way to keep your child safe.

Many affordable and easy-to-use blinds and window coverings, with no long accessible cords, are available for all sizes of windows at home and hardware stores across Canada.

Safety tips for long accessible cords on blinds and window coverings If you can't replace your blinds and window coverings that have long accessible cords, you can still take steps to reduce the risk. Until you can replace them, make sure to:

• Always keep cords out of the reach of children.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and read all warnings.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and read all warnings.
• Never place cribs, beds, and playpens near a window where a child could reach a cord.
• Do not place furniture that a child can climb near a window.
• Securely attach tension devices supplied with blinds and window coverings to the wall so children can't place the cord around their neck.
• Install a cleat or tie-down device up high on the wall and use it to keep cords out of reach.

Never tie knots in cords. Immediately untie any knots that form accidentally. Remove any devices that form dangling loops, whether at the bottom, middle, or top of the cords.

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