Children’s Room

Reducing risks of falling in the children’s room

In the children’s room, avoid placing furniture in a way that the child can reach the window and open it. The windows must have latches to prevent the window from opening too much. Attach any bookshelves in the children’s room to the wall. It is a good idea to discuss the dangers of climbing on the shelves with the child. You can use a door wedge or a door latch to reduce the risk of crushed fingers. You can use a wedge either in the room door or in the cabinet doors.

Do not store heavy objects on cabinets or shelves. Take care of the safety and condition of children’s toys and follow the age recommendations on them.

Only safe lamps in the children’s room

Child-proof any outlets in the children’s room – and in other rooms at home. Avoid using extension cords in the children’s room. You should install enough outlets for both lightning and other electronics.

Any lamps in the children’s room must be sturdy and electrically and fire safe. Lamps are not toys, so avoid having lights that resemble toys in the children’s room. Do not use any lamps that get very hot in the children’s room or at least place them out of the reach of children and in well-ventilated places. Do not place any lamps with clips in the children’s room at all.

The best practice is to position the laps only at a height of more than 2 metres, so that the child cannot touch any hot parts of the lamp. An example of safe lighting is indirect lighting close to the ceiling. However, lighting must be sufficient on the floor level where the child often plays. It is also a good idea to have a night light in the children’s room.