Sharp object safety
Store scissors and can openers safely
After cleaning and drying, return scissors and can openers to a closed or locked place.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-09
Why it matters
Exposed blades and points can cut anyone reaching for them and may attract children.
Wrong action
Leaving the tools at a counter edge, on a drawer, or in a drying rack.
Correct action
Close folding tools, point sharp parts inward, and store them in a fixed child-inaccessible container.
What to do
- Wash and carefully dry each tool immediately after use.
- Close the tool or fit its proper guard.
- Return it to a fixed high or locked compartment.
If something happens
For severe bleeding, apply continuous direct pressure with a clean cloth and call 999; do not touch the sharp object with bare hands.
Sources and review
- Hong Kong Fire Services Department — Home and fire safety guidance
Last reviewed: 2026-09-09
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.