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Top Ten List - How to Protect Children from Accidental Poisoning

Beth Mack • Mar 06, 2020

1. Buy medicines and vitamins with child-resistant caps or packaging. Always close the caps as directed after use.

2. Keep medicines out of reach. Always store medicines in their original containers in a locked closet, cabinet, or drawer where children cannot see or reach them. Young children are always exploring their surroundings and putting things in their mouths.

3. Keep purses and diaper bags out of the reach of children. Remind guests how important this is. We sometimes forget that people often keep a small amount of medicine in their purse and that visitors may not be used to having curious children around their home.

4. Avoid taking medicine in front of children. Young children learn by imitating adults and they see everything.

5. Never call medicine candy. Medicines and candy can look the same and children can’t tell the difference.

6. Talk to babysitters/caregivers about the risks and what to do to prevent accidental poisonings.

7. Never leave the medicine on the counter – open or closed. Always close the cap securely and place in a location out of the reach of children. If you get called away for even a brief amount of time, take the container with you or close it properly.

8. Talk with your children and remind them often to never take a medicine unless an adult gives it to them

9. Regularly clean out your medicine cabinet and safely dispose of them.

10. Keep the Poison Center number on your cell phone (1-800-222-1222). If you suspect or know your child has taken a medicine, call immediately. Do not give the child anything to eat, drink or make the child vomit unless the Poison Center tells you to.

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What Does It Mean To Be ISO 17025 Accredited?

By Mark Perkins • 10 Apr, 2024

What Does It Mean To Be ISO 17025 Accredited? As the world leader in child-resistant and senior-friendly package testing, Bird Dog Marketing Group considers ISO 17025 accreditation an essential requirement for all testing laboratories, and this is why we choose to be audited for accreditation annually. Our global customers have the assurance that they can trust the results we provide to them on every test. What is ISO 17025 Accreditation? ISO 17025 accreditation, the international standard created by the International Organization for Standardization, is pivotal for testing laboratories, ensuring a globally recognized standard of quality and reliability in their management system and technical competence. It is comprised of various requirements and guidelines use by laboratory customers, regulation boards, accreditation authorities, and organizations to verify, recognize and ensure the competency impartially, and consistent operation of laboratories in their testing and calibration processes. It is particularly crucial for those offering Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), ISO, and CSA child-resistant package testing services, as it validates the precision, accuracy, and consistency of our testing methods. Why ISO 17025 Accreditation Matters to Bird Dog Marketing Group? ISO 17025 accreditation not only bolsters confidence among our clients regarding the credibility of our test results, but it also aligns with testing procedures with international standards, facilitating the acceptance of test results across international borders and industries. This ensures the child-resistant package testing results BDMG completes for your company can be used for package distribution globally. Ultimately, we believe that for laboratories committed to excellence in CPSC, ISO, and CSA testing, ISO 17025 is not just a benchmark, but a necessity for ensuring quality, fostering trust, and expanding global reach. As a global leader in child-resistant package testing for over 55 years, Bird Dog Marketing Group is committed to your product’s excellence through the highest standards of testing protocols. I look forward to continuing the discussion and answering any questions you may have. ~ Mark Perkins, Co-CEO, Bird Dog Marketing Group