Program Description
Event Details
Childhood poisoning contributes significantly to injury-related deaths in the U.S., with children under 6 years of age accounting for 39 percent of reported human exposures to poison control centers in 2020.
In an effort to mitigate this risk to children, Penn State Extension Master Gardener volunteers collaborated with Extension’s Pesticide Education Program to deliver poison prevention education this summer to children across the Commonwealth. This 30-minute program teaches children about pests, integrated pest management and poison safety, including identifying signal words — such as “danger,” “warning” and “caution” — on product labels for potential toxicity. Instructors emphasize the importance of using the “Mr. YUK” symbol to alert everyone in the home about dangerous products and to promote overall safety.
No registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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