In a child's room toy boxes are standard equipment. They hold Ken and Barbie, Legos, tea sets, monsters and trucks, but a heavy lid can pose a dangerous threat. Every year thousands of kids are hurt by toy-box lids that fall. If children climb inside and the box closes, they even can suffocate. Here are a few tips to keep toy boxes safe whether they're store-bought or homemade. First, make sure there are plenty of airways and openings. If not, drill a series of 1-inch holes in back. That eliminates one big potential problem. Then to keep little ones from being trapped inside, replace lid hinges with spring-loaded safety hinges. They make a lid easy to lift and when the box is open, they hold the lid firmly in place. In fact, a slight amount of force is needed to push it closed. A third thing -- often overlooked -- is a simple explanation and demonstration of the dangers. Together, air holes, spring-loaded safety hinges and a little loving advice will keep your child safe. And that's the On The House tip for today.