Here are some suggestions for good safety measures to prevent hazards or risks in the home, but it is not exhaustive. If you have any further questions, please consult with your Health Visitor.
Firstly, think about how your child moves around at home and what the hazards could be. To have a true reflection of what the hazards are, you could consider mimicking how your child moves around by viewing your home from their eye level, for example, by crawling on hands and knees.
It’s also important to implement safety precautions in advance of each phase of your child’s development.
When considering safety for your child in the home, it’s important to bear in mind the following:
Depending on your child’s specific needs, it's worth remembering that they may need support in recognising any changes that you make in your home. Moving or adding different furniture or decorations can cause confusion and may cause an accident. Consider keeping major changes in your home to a minimum while your child is young and still learning their way around the home. If you do make changes, be sure that your child is aware of them and to give them the opportunity to explore them.
Further advice on home safety can be found at https://www.rospa.com/