The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding consumers that tip-overs of furniture are a safety hazard, leading to hundreds of injuries and fatalities of children each year. CPSC’s PSA, “Even When You’re Watching” illustrates just how quickly such incidents can happen. 

 
The CPSC recommends purchasing an anti-tip-over kit with every furniture piece or television, which often comes included with heavy furniture or can be purchased for $20 or less, to ensure items are anchored to the wall. This includes secondhand furniture, a market that continues to grow in popularity but can harbor risks of increased product instability in used pieces.
 
CPSC is not the only entity pushing these important safety messages. Advocates from Parents Against Tip-Overs (PAT) are joining the CPSC this holiday season in educating consumers about the dangers of tip-over incidents and how to prevent them using anti-tip devices.