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Cribs
___ Slats are spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) apart.
___ No slats are missing, loose or cracked.
___ Mattress fits snugly - no more than two fingers width between edge of mattress and cribside.
___ Mattress support is securely attached to the headboard and footboard.
___ Corner posts are no higher than 1/16 of an inch (1-1/2 mm).
___ No cutouts in top edge of headboard and footboard.
___ Drop-side latches cannot be easily released by a baby.
___ Drop-side latches securely hold side in raised position.
___ All screws, bolts and other hardware are present and tight.
Crib Toys
___ No strings or cords should dangle into the crib.
___ Crib gym or mobile has label warning to remove from crib when child can push up on hands and knees or reaches 5 months of age, whichever comes first. Note: Some mobiles have two parts: one without strings, like a music box, that can stay on the crib, and the mobile that should be removed from the crib.
___ Components of toys are too large to be a choking hazard.
Gates and Enclosures
___ Openings in gate are too small to entrap a child's head or neck.
___ Gate has a pressure bar or other fastener that will resist forces exerted by a child.
High Chairs
___ There is a "crotch" strap that must be used when restraining a child in a high chair.
___ High chair has restraining straps that are independent of the tray.
___ Tray locks securely.
___ Buckles on straps are easy to fasten and unfasten.
___ High chair has a wide base for stability.
___ Caps or plugs on tubing are firmly attached and cannot be pulled off and choke a child.
___ Folding high chair has effective locking device.
Playpens
___ Playpens or travel cribs have top rails that will automatically lock when lifted into the normal use position.
___ Playpen does NOT have a rotating hinge in the center of the top rails.
___ Drop-side mesh playpen or mesh crib has warning label about never leaving a side in the down position.
___ Playpen mesh has small weave (less than 1/4 inch openings).
___ Mesh has no tears or loose threads.
___ Mesh is securely attached to top rail and floorplate.
___ Wooden playpen has slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) apart.
Rattles/Squeeze Toys/Teethers
___ Rattles, squeeze toys and teethers have handles too large to lodge in baby's throat.
___ Squeeze toys do not contain a squeaker that could detach and choke a baby.
___ Avoid rattles with ball shaped ends.
Toy Chests
___ Toy chest has no latch to entrap child within the chest.
___ Toy chest has spring-loaded lid support that will not require periodic adjustment and will support the lid in any position to prevent lid slam.
___ Chest has ventilation holes or spaces in front or sides, or under lid.
Walkers
___ Walker has safety features to help prevent a fall down stairs.
Back Carriers
___ Leg openings are small enough to prevent child from slipping out.
___ Leg openings are large enough to prevent chafing.
___ Frame joints in the folding mechanism.
___ Carrier has padded covering over metal frame near baby's face.
Bassinets and Cradles
___ Bassinet/cradle has a sturdy bottom and a wide base for stability.
___ Bassinet/cradle has smooth surfaces - no protruding staples or other hardware that could injure the baby.
___ Legs have strong, effective locks to prevent folding while in use.
___ Mattress is firm and fits snugly.
___ Wood or metal cradles have slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 in. (60 mm) apart.
Carrier Seats
___ Carrier seat has a wide, sturdy base for stability.
___ Carrier has non-skid feet to prevent slipping.
___ Supporting devices lock securely.
___ Carrier seat has a crotch and waist strap.
___ Buckle or strap is easy to use.
Changing Tables
___ Table has safety straps to prevent falls
___ Table has drawers or shelves that are easily accessible without leaving the baby unattended.
Hook-on Chairs
___ Chair has restraining straps.
___ Chair has a clamp that locks onto the table for added security.
___ Caps or plugs on tubing are firmly attached and cannot be pulled off to choke child.
___ Hook-on chair has a warning never to place chair where child can push off with feet.
Pacifiers
___ Pacifier has no ribbons, string, cord or yarn attached.
___ Shield is large enough and firm enough so it cannot fit into child's mouth.
___ Guard or shield has ventilation holes so baby can breath if shield goes into mouth.
___ Pacifier nipple has no holes or tears that might cause it to break off in baby's mouth.
Strollers and Carriages
___ Stroller has wide base to prevent tipping.
___ Seat belt and crotch strap are securely attached to frame.
___ Seat belt buckle is easy to use.
___ Brakes securely lock the wheel(s).
___ Shopping basket is low on the back and located directly over or in front of the wheels.
___ When used in carriage position, leg hole openings can be closed.
___ Playpens or travel cribs have top rails that will automatically lock when lifted into the normal use position.
___ Playpen does NOT have a rotating hinge in the center of the top rails.
___ Drop-side mesh playpen or mesh crib has warning label about never leaving a side in the down position.
___ Playpen mesh has small weave (less than 1/4 inch openings).
___ Mesh has no tears or loose threads.
___ Mesh is securely attached to top rail and floorplate.
___ Wooden playpen has slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) apart.
Rattles/Squeeze Toys/Teethers
___ Rattles, squeeze toys and teethers have handles too large to lodge in baby's throat.
___ Squeeze toys do not contain a squeaker that could detach and choke a baby.
___ Avoid rattles with ball shaped ends.
Toy Chests
___ Toy chest has no latch to entrap child within the chest.
___ Toy chest has spring-loaded lid support that will not require periodic adjustment and will support the lid in any position to prevent lid slam.
___ Chest has ventilation holes or spaces in front or sides, or under lid.
Walkers
___ Walker has safety features to help prevent a fall down stairs.
Back Carriers
___ Leg openings are small enough to prevent child from slipping out.
___ Leg openings are large enough to prevent chafing.
___ Frame joints in the folding mechanism.
___ Carrier has padded covering over metal frame near baby's face.
Bassinets and Cradles
___ Bassinet/cradle has a sturdy bottom and a wide base for stability.
___ Bassinet/cradle has smooth surfaces - no protruding staples or other hardware that could injure the baby.
___ Legs have strong, effective locks to prevent folding while in use.
___ Mattress is firm and fits snugly.
___ Wood or metal cradles have slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 in. (60 mm) apart.
Carrier Seats
___ Carrier seat has a wide, sturdy base for stability.
___ Carrier has non-skid feet to prevent slipping.
___ Supporting devices lock securely.
___ Carrier seat has a crotch and waist strap.
___ Buckle or strap is easy to use.
Changing Tables
___ Table has safety straps to prevent falls
___ Table has drawers or shelves that are easily accessible without leaving the baby unattended.
Hook-on Chairs
___ Chair has restraining straps.
___ Chair has a clamp that locks onto the table for added security.
___ Caps or plugs on tubing are firmly attached and cannot be pulled off to choke child.
___ Hook-on chair has a warning never to place chair where child can push off with feet.
Pacifiers
___ Pacifier has no ribbons, string, cord or yarn attached.
___ Shield is large enough and firm enough so it cannot fit into child's mouth.
___ Guard or shield has ventilation holes so baby can breath if shield goes into mouth.
___ Pacifier nipple has no holes or tears that might cause it to break off in baby's mouth.
Strollers and Carriages
___ Stroller has wide base to prevent tipping.
___ Seat belt and crotch strap are securely attached to frame.
___ Seat belt buckle is easy to use.
___ Brakes securely lock the wheel(s).
___ Shopping basket is low on the back and located directly over or in front of the wheels.
___ When used in carriage position, leg hole openings can be closed.
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