Keep children safe by securing them properly in high chairs and away from hazards like cords, toys not meant for their age, and anything with sharp edges which could cause injury. According to the handbook, 2/3 of infant deaths are caused by strangulation from cords or strings, so keep long items away from babies. The handbook also recommends giving children only age-appropriate toys and securing them safely in high chairs to prevent tipping over or falling out of their seat.
2. Keep away long items Strings, cords, and necklaces are becoming common ways for infants to strangle themselves 2/3 infants are dying from this Never have a long item near them
3. Give them toys for their age 1. Most toys and games will say this game is for ___years old. If the kid is younger then that age then do not allow them to play with it. 2. If you are babysitting someone who is the correct age for the item but a younger child not suitable for the game is around, do not allow them to play with it. 3. The younger child could possibly take it and could choke on the pieces in it.
4. Fasten Your Seatbelts! So often kids are put into high chairs, but they are not fastened into the chair The straps and belts are meant so the child can stay safely in the high chair Make sure the child can not tip the high chair over Make sure they stay in their seat.
5. Sharp Edges Keep children away from anything with sharp edges This includes metal, glass, or brittle plastic. These could cause a cut to the child.
