NEWS ARTICLE ARCHIVESSolarshade safety film to retain shattered glassGlass doors, floor to ceiling windows, and glass walls are a feature of many modern homes and buildings. Such architectural highlights however, can be potentially hazardous - particularly to children running or riding push-bikes. In human impact situations Solarshade Safety Film retains shattered glass to minimise cutting and piercing injuries. NRMA rates that glass is one of the major causes of accidents within the home. Kidsafe Hunter state that many homes built before 1989 do not meet Australian safety standards for glass, exposing families and children to unnecessary risk due to splintering. Even though the standard was introduced in 1989 the changes were not retrospective and there has been little effort to upgrade glass in existing homes. What Glass is in Your Home or Office? |