Anchor It
Secure your furniture.
Fewer tip-overs means more lives saved.
when in doubt - secure it
tips to keep your family safe
Source: Consumer Product Saftey Commission (CPSC) cpsc.gov
Remove Tempting Objects
Remove items, such as toys and remote controls, from the top of dressers, TVs and other large furniture.
Anchor Furniture
Anchor furniture to the wall with inexpensive anti-tip devices such as brackets, braces and wall straps.
Secure Your TV
Televisions that are not wall mounted, should be anchored to the wall or stand using an anti-tip device.
More tips to secure furniture
- Use sturdy furniture designed to hold TVs, such as television stands or media centers.
- Mount flat-screen TVs to the wall or furniture to prevent them from faling over.
- Secure TVs even if they are not wall-mounted with an anti-tip device.
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions to secure TVs properly.
- Secure top-heavy furniture with anti-tip devices, whether it's old or new.
- Remove items that might tempt kids to climb, such as toys and remote controls, from the top of TVs and furniture.