As a parent, you go above and beyond to ensure your home is safe for your little ones. You know which household items to keep out of reach—scissors, kitchen knives, tools, or anything that could cause harm. But when your child is at daycare, you trust someone else to take those same precautions.
Unfortunately, that trust can be broken when a daycare center fails to properly childproof its space or supervise the children in its care. One of the most overlooked hazards is sharp objects.
Sharp Object Hazards at Daycare
Sharp object injuries at daycare are far more common than most parents realize, and they can happen in a number of ways. Some of the most frequent causes we’ve seen in cases involving daycare negligence include:
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Scissors being misused or handed to young children without supervision
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Broken glass or cups left where small children can reach them
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Exposed nails or screws sticking out from walls, furniture, or playground equipment
These may seem like simple oversights, but they can have serious consequences, especially for young children who don’t yet understand how dangerous these objects can be.
Common Injuries Caused by Sharp Objects
When a sharp object at daycare injures a child, the results can be traumatic and long-lasting. Some of the injuries we’ve seen in these types of cases include:
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Eye injuries – including permanent vision loss or even blindness
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Head injuries – if a child falls onto a sharp edge or object
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Deep cuts – often require stitches and leave behind lasting scars
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Puncture wounds – which may lead to infection or damage to muscles and nerves
The worst part? These injuries are almost always preventable. All it takes is proper supervision and routine safety checks by the daycare staff.
Why These Injuries Happen
So, how do these dangerous situations occur? In many cases, it comes down to one thing: negligence.
Texas has clear rules for how daycare centers must operate. These include regular inspections of toys, equipment, and play areas and strict supervision requirements. When a daycare cuts corners or fails to meet these standards, children suffer.
For example, if a daycare is short-staffed and children are left unsupervised, they may play with unsafe items like scissors or broken toys. If maintenance is neglected, things like loose nails or broken furniture can go unnoticed until it’s too late.
What Parents Can Do After a Sharp Object Injury
If your child has suffered an injury from a sharp object at daycare, we know how overwhelming that can feel. You’re likely dealing with fear, frustration, and many unanswered questions. Here’s what we recommend:
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Get medical care right away. Even a small puncture or cut can become serious if not properly treated.
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Document everything. Take photos of the injury, request incident reports from the daycare, and keep copies of medical records.
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Reach out to a legal team that handles daycare injuries. You deserve answers—and accountability.
Preventing Future Injuries
It shouldn’t be up to parents to double-check whether a daycare is doing its job, but the reality is that being informed can help you avoid dangerous situations. We created a free resource: 10 Tips for Finding a Safe Daycare. It’s packed with helpful info to help you spot red flags and ask the right questions when choosing care for your child.
We’re Here to Help Your Family Move Forward
If your child was hurt at daycare, you don’t have to go through it alone. The Button Law Firm helps families hold negligent daycares accountable when they fail to keep children safe. You can call us at (214) 699-4409, email us at [email protected], or by filling out the contact form.
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