Childproofing
Kitchen Cabinets Latches:
HDR will install latches on cabinets selected by the customer in the kitchen. We recommend that the customer select several cabinets in which they will store the “good stuff”. Silver and crystal pieces should be stored in a cabinet that can be locked or latched. The locking will help the items stored inside to with stand an earthquake. By transferring these items to several cabinets, you free up the rest of the cabinets for every day use without having to open the latch. We have a wide selection of child resistant latches and other devices. Please ask your service technician for additional information.
Low windows and high furniture:
HDR recommends that a child safe barrier be installed when the distance from the floor to the bottom of the windowsill is less than code requirements. This is often found in the living room or front rooms of Mediterranean style homes. We recommend the installation of Plexiglas type material or decorative metal railings on the inside of the window. The distance between any two parts of the metal decorative treatment cannot be greater than 4".
Electrical Outlets:
HDR will install outlet inserts in each of the outlets in the house that are within a child’s reach from the floor level only. HDR will install GFCI (Ground Fault Current Interrupter) in each electrical outlet located in a wet environment or where power tools are likely to be used. This includes bath, kitchen, laundry, garage and workrooms.
Stair Guards:
We will install a child fence in front of the top/bottom of the stair case(s). Customer can supply this hardware, or our technicians can purchase it with customer reimbursement to HDR.