Window coverings are one of the most overlooked safety hazards in the family home. The cords and chains that operate older blinds and curtains can form loops, and a loose loop within a young child’s reach is a strangulation risk. It is a confronting subject, but the good news is that the danger is almost entirely preventable with the right products and correct installation. This guide explains the risk, the Australian rules that exist to manage it, and the cordless and motorised options that remove the