Just about every family will let out a collective groan at any mention of cleaning the home. While it can be a tiring process, it keeps the family safe from lingering germs. Unfortunately, however, many families fail to realize that the products they’re using contain such hazardous chemicals. Not only is ensuring proper use of the products important then, but also safely storing these products in such a way that they stay out of the hands of younger family members of pets becomes increasingly important. This post will detail the ways in which any family can keep their household chemical storage products safe and secure.
1. Cautionary Accessibility
Identifying how much “security” a product needs in the home is the first step. Products such as surface cleaners, for example, should be kept out of tiny hands, but won’t always require a maximum security safe. However, it’s worth noting that safety doesn’t come from storing every product in the same place. Keep regularly used products handy, but seriously hazardous products more secure.
2. Pay Close Attention To The Label
Though they exist on every product, many families will fail to ever read the label of the products they most frequently use. These labels include product details and safety information that can keep your family better suited for use with the product. In instances where products have lasted way past their shelf life, their labels may fade away. It’s important to keep note of the safety instructions for some of the more hazardous products in these instances.
3. Reduce Clutter
Instead of allowing a stockpile of these products to accumulate in the home, it’s much better to keep excess to a minimum and keep only the essentials in the home. Once your family has decided which products are to stay, you can begin going about the organizing process. Designating spots in the home, such as the kitchen and bathroom, for these products is very typical. Keep these products organized by frequency of use for convenience but pay extra close attention to where you store more hazardous products such as drain cleaner.
These three tips above provide a sound framework for families hoping to reduce the chances of any household chemical product risk. Your family’s considerations don’t have to stop there, though. For more information on how to keep these products safe and out of the hands of your children, be sure to check out the infographic Household Chemical Storage Guide accompanying this post.
Author bio: Lynn Place is Vice President of Marketing for SolvChem Custom Packaging Division. She has 30 years of professional experience in the manufacturing industry and specializes in consumer packaged goods, new product development and strategic planning.