Safety Receptacles - A Good Invention
I saw a relatively neat product on another blog last week that provides a good alternative to the traditional rubber plugs put in receptacles to prevent children from gaining access to them. It’s a Child Safe Receptacle Cover. I like it because it doesn’t visually detract from the space. And, it automatically closes after use (so you don’t fumble putting the little rubber plug back in; or, if you’re like me, so you don’t lose the plug forever the first time you pull it out :-)These are most valuable in locations where you need to frequently use the plug and your 1-year old is likely to explore. I haven’t seen these at Home Depot or Lowes, but it wouldn’t surprise me if they’re there. You can also get them from Amazon here.
What do you think? Is this something that’ll make it into your home?
March 10th, 2008 at 6:21 am
I do not have any children, but have been wanting to “safety proof” my receptacles for some time. I have heard from multiple sources that pluging your receptacles can save you on engery costs, since air (heating/cooling) can travel in and out of the receptacle holes. GO GREEN!
March 10th, 2008 at 10:43 pm
They might make it into my home. We’ll have to see. I have a bit of a ways to go before little A.J. is mobile though…
March 11th, 2008 at 6:29 am
I work in early childhood, and we have these in EVERY place I go to. They are really easy to use… and I’ve never seen a child mess with them.
Jocelyn… that’s an interesting thought on the outlets! I hadn’t heard that befeore, but it makes sense. Most of our outlets are floor outlets, and have the little “cap” on top, so their covered… but that’s a great reason to try these ones!