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Baby Gates
Both Keeping Babies Safe and the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warn of an entrapment and strangulation hazard that exists with accordion-style baby gates manufactured prior to February 1985. These gates have V-shaped openings along the top edge and diamond-shaped openings in the sides that are large enough to entrap a child's head. To date there have been 9 recorded deaths associated with these gates. Most occurred when children's heads became entrapped in the V-shaped openings.
Caregivers who have the old gates with large V- or diamond- shaped openings should discontinue their use.
To prevent falls when using any type of baby gates, be sure the gate is securely latched and that children do not attempt to climb on them.
Recalls have been issued for several baby gates. For more information regarding recalled baby gates visit www.recalls.gov.
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