More Window Coverings Recalled for Strangulation Risk to Children
October 29, 2009 — By admin
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SubscribeThree recalls of window coverings were announced Tuesday, Oct. 27, because entanglement in the cords could result in the strangulation of a child. There have been over 10 similar recalls
in 2009. See images for all the recent recalls of blinds, shades and
cords.
Parents and caregivers should be very cautious about the loops and cords
that accompany window coverings. Check that the coverings and cords are
properly installed and attached to the wall at appropriate heights. Beaded
looped chains and other cords should not hang loosely against the wall.
In one incident, a
2-year-old boy climbed up on a toy chest to look out of a window and became
entangled in the inner cords of the roman shade. Luckily his parents removed
the cord and no permanent injuries were sustained.
The most recent recalls were for:
- Ikea roller blinds sold from July 2005 to July
2009 - Faux suede roman shades sold by Hanover Direct/Domestications
Domestications.com and through catalogs from January 2004 through
December 2008 - Roman shades sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond from
August 2007 through September 2009
Be sure to use WeMakeItSafer’s recall search tool to check your window coverings for recalls.
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