• Accidents happen when young children play near open windows and there's no adult around. If the window is open more than a few inches, make sure that an adult is supervising the children at all times.

• Screens will not keep your kids from falling out of windows.

• Move furniture away from windows, so that if children were to fall while climbing on the furniture, they will not fall out of the window (open or closed).

• Never place a child's crib or bed near the window or window blinds.

• Don't allow your children to play around windows, even if they are closed.

• If you are replacing windows, install ones that can open from the top, instead of the bottom.

• Remove window crank handles from casement windows to help prevent children from opening them.

• Cords from window blinds should be kept out of children's reach.

• Consider purchasing window guards to help keep your children safe. Look for window guards that can be easily opened by adults and older children in case of a fire.

For more information and resources, visit the Connecticut Department of Children and Families.

Sources:
http://www.usa.safekids.org/content_documents/Falls_facts.pdf
http://www.ctsafekids.org/pdf_files/FallInjury_Facts.pdf