Corded window coverings and child safety

Identify accessible cords/loops and favour compliant cordless products where children may access them.

VERT / GREEN = documenter/entretenir · JAUNE / YELLOW = vérifier avant travaux · ROUGE / RED = arrêter le DIY et faire valider.

Accessible long cord/loop
Remove/replace the hazardous product or immediately follow Health Canada guidance. Bed/furniture near cord
Move furniture and eliminate cord access. Unsecured tension device
Install per manufacturer and applicable regulations. No accessible cords
Keep instructions and recheck after room changes.

What the professional checks

Verify installed product compliance
Eliminate access to hazardous cords

Official sources

Santé Canada — exigences de sécurité des couvre-fenêtres à cordes

Checked: 2026-08-22

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