SafetyCaps are outlet covers/caps that are safer than regular outlet covers/caps. They were made by a father that almost lost his daughter when she choked on a regular outlet plug cover. SafetyCaps are 2 1/4 inches across. Other outlet plugs measure only 1 3/8 inches across. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Dorel Juvenile Group both puts out a Choke Hazard Tester or Small Parts Test Fixture (SPTF), a clear plastic tube that you can put things into to test out if they are a choking hazard. I too have one of these and tested this product out. Sure enough the SafetyCap didn't go in. You can buy one of these handy Small Parts Test Fixtures (SPTF) at OneStepAhead. I also had another brand of safety outlet cover (not going to mention what brand here) that I tested. It too didn't fit in the tube, but it was very close to fitting...too close for comfort! I could now see why the SafetyCaps were so much safer than regular ones.Not only that but the SafetyCaps are clear so they blend in with the outlet cover whatever color it might be. If somehow swallowed they also have holes in the shield that are an added extra safety feature. The holes comply with US pacifier anti-choking regulations.
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I have never heard about this. I was interested to learn that they are the same color to blend in so children won't notice them as much.
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SafetyCaps are crafted in Vermont to ensure the plastic being used is correct and no short-cuts are taken during the production process.
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I emailed Ellen and Oprah #1
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I emailed Ellen and Oprah #2
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i learned that he created them on count of his daughter and that he want his product to blend instead of standing out so the kid will leave it alone. Thanks Eaglesforjack@gmail.com
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ReplyDeleteThis was very informative and a little scary'
ReplyDeleteI liked that they are clear and match any outlet color
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