I got small, curious kids in the house. Please tell me how and how good the safety features work.
810785
If you keep it plugged in, it's just wasting electricity. Unplug it when you're not using, or plug it into a surge protector with an off/on toggle. Then your kids would have to power up the shredder before it would work.
810786
There is a safety flap that covers the opening to the shredder teeth but if your kids are very curious they will figure out how to push it open. If the top is removed the machine automatically shuts off and will not run until placed back on the basket. I don't see how anyone could get hurt if they try to stick their fingers in the shredder slot because there are sensors inside that need to "feel" a paper going in to shred. Then again kids put their hands in places we would not consider so it's a tough call. Bottom line is this should be placed in a separate room that the kids won't get at it just to be 100% sure.
810787
I would have the kids leave. Or don't have any kids to begin with. I generally keep shredders plugged in and placed on AUTO so that they are ready to shred on a moment's notice. I shred throughout the day, not in large batches 1-2 times a day or once a week.
810788
There is a safety flap that covers the opening to the shredder teeth but if your kids are very curious they will figure out how to push it open. If the top is removed the machine automatically shuts off and will not run until placed back on the basket. I don't see how anyone could get hurt if they try to stick their fingers in the shredder slot because there are sensors inside that need to "feel" a paper going in to shred. Then again kids put their hands in places we would not consider so it's a tough call. Bottom line is this should be placed in a separate room that the kids won't get at it just to be 100% sure. There is a safety flap that covers the opening to the shredder teeth but if your kids are very curious they will figure out how to push it open. If the top is removed the machine automatically shuts off and will not run until placed back on the basket. I don't see how anyone could get hurt if they try to stick their fingers in the shredder slot because there are sensors inside that need to "feel" a paper going in to shred. Then again kids put their hands in places we would not consider so it's a tough call. Bottom line is this should be placed in a separate room that the kids... » Read More There is a safety flap that covers the opening to the shredder teeth but if your kids are very curious they will figure out how to push it open. If the top is removed the machine automatically shuts off and will not run until placed back on the basket. I don't see how anyone could get hurt if they try to stick their fingers in the shredder slot because there are sensors inside that need to "feel" a paper going in to shred. Then again kids put their hands in places we would not consider so it's a tough call. Bottom line is this should be placed in a separate room that the kids won't get at it just to be 100% sure. « Show Less
810789
While no machine should be left unattended around un-supervised children, the safety features on this shredder are excellent. Theres is a guard which opens just wide enough to allow paper to be inserted and closes when not in use to prevent ANYTHING from being inserted.
1927044
I used it with my 5 year old. The biggest problem I had is the button on the lady bug itself. She realized if she pushed the button the main unit went off repeatedly.
2196078
My son did mine for me. He has more gadgets than i do,but i did watch him. He just read the instructions and it worked just fine.
234931
I actually purchased this item for my son for his 1st birthday and had no issues at all. There are no small parts that I am aware of. The only thing that could be potentially harmful is the spring action when you go to open it up, make sure to be in an open area :)
214445
We leave ours running all night. No problems. Perfectly safe and safe for kids too.
1997999
Yes, this is safe for kids and they really like it. I like it because it do not need any batteries and electric circuits. Its pure mechanical in operation, spring based. I really have bad experience with battery base toys. I will absolutely recommend it for kids of 6+ age.
1436295
We have two boys and it works great! Never had issues with spray. Kids felt comfortable and it never really seemed an issue.
1948574
There is a easy safety mechanism, in that you have to move the spray lever from the left to the center for it to work. If it was in the hands of a toddler, they could still be at risk. The purpose of the Peeper Spray is to easily defend yourself. I would not recommend leaving it laying around the house but have it in a place for quick access when needed. I hope this helps. DougB
429526
I have a 2.5 year old and a 7 year old and they both LOVE it! (I love the safety.) I've never had one with springs so I don't really know how to compare it. It's obviously not bouncy like the outdoor trampolines. The youtube video was very helpful when putting it together!
578026
There's a little shutter over each one that you can slide open or closed. It slides very easily though, so it wouldn't be a good deterrent for children.
1488758
my little kids can climb on the side to get up, (ages 2-9)& usually jump off. My other children (ages 10-16) just swing a leg up at lay or sit. Or they turn their back to the bed. place their hands on the bed & give a small jump. The get down the same way. We enjoy turning into a couch also, so we don't have to sit on the floor. They do NOT sink low. I have sleep on the bed. I find them comfortable & NOT hard to get out of. The pockets on the side are great for water bottles, retaier cases, toys, diapers & wipes, books / kindles, flashlights, those extra things you need
1497935
Its just like an outdoor swing so kiddos can go as high as they want or as slow as they want. Could bump the inside of the doorframe could hit something while swinging . major supervision is needed with this unless you have a very wide open space .
2233712
I have 4 young kids that never slow down and it seems to capture them just fine. Just took pictures at a demolition derby also and it seemed to capture that fine. LOVE the video feature on here too. Forgot to mention that.
259348
They're very loud. We use a set of 4 to cover an 8000 sf daycare facility with two separate buildings, all keyed to a single panic button, A second location used three of them set up the same way. We use them to trigger emergency drills. They can be heard without difficulty throughout the property, and outside as well. They should be used indoors only, and connected to AC power although they have battery back up power as well. Not sure about the other reviews stating the units aren't loud enough. They emit a piercing wail that you want to get away from as quickly as possible. They would seem to be a sufficient deterrent to an intruder. They're very loud. We use a set of 4 to cover an 8000 sf daycare facility with two separate buildings, all keyed to a single panic button, A second location used three of them set up the same way. We use them to trigger emergency drills. They can be heard without difficulty throughout the property, and outside as well. They should be used indoors only, and connected to AC power although they have battery back up power as well. Not sure about the other reviews stating the units aren't loud enough. They emit a piercing wail that you want to get away from as quickly as possible. They would... » Read More They're very loud. We use a set of 4 to cover an 8000 sf daycare facility with two separate buildings, all keyed to a single panic button, A second location used three of them set up the same way. We use them to trigger emergency drills. They can be heard without difficulty throughout the property, and outside as well. They should be used indoors only, and connected to AC power although they have battery back up power as well. Not sure about the other reviews stating the units aren't loud enough. They emit a piercing wail that you want to get away from as quickly as possible. They would seem to be a sufficient deterrent to an intruder. « Show Less
1941671
I suppose it depends on how much area you have. How much damage to your home you are willing to sustain and protecting your child from falling through glass or down a stairwell. That being said I allowed my son to ride in the house. I found that he was more willing to use it when he rode in the house and outdoors. He became proficient in 3 weeks.
716129
They slide pretty easily. I don't think it will be able to keep your kids off.
2193852
I think this is a question for the babysense Hisense safety monitor. I have never used one. You may even want to ask your pediatrician for advice about this.