Childproofing Checklist
Make sure that your home is ready for an infant or toddler with this printable blue childproofing checklist.
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Description
Child-Proofing Checklist
| General | Check | Baby's Room | Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby gates are at the tops/bottoms of stairs | Crib meets safety standards | ||
| All drawers have guards on them | Crib mattress is firm | ||
| Window guards keep windows closed | Crib has railings that are close together | ||
| Window blind cords are cut/out of reach | Soft bedding and toys are removed | ||
| Chemicals/cleaners are out of reach | Crib is not near a window or electrical socket | ||
| Balconies/fire escapes have safety netting | Mobiles are out of reach | ||
| Plants are placed out of reach | Furniture is bolted to the wall | ||
| Plastic guards protect delicate appliances | Toy chests have proper hinge support/no lid | ||
| Smoke detectors are in every sleeping area | Changing table meets safety standards | ||
| There is a fire extinguisher in the house | Nightlight bulbs have guards over them | ||
| All electrical outlets have covers | |||
| Unstable furniture is fixed with furniture straps | |||
| Sharp corners have pads/cushions on them | |||
| Small items are locked up/out of reach | Bathroom |
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| Lead paint/asbestos/mold have been removed | Showers/faucets have anti-scalding devices | ||
| Electrical cords are blocked/inaccessible | Toilets have security guards | ||
| Fireplaces are covered by grates | Nothing is plugged in near water | ||
| Choking hazards have been removed | Sharp utensils/medicine/cosmetics are locked up | ||
| Cigarettes/matches/candles are out of reach | A rubber guard is on the tub faucet | ||
| Stair bannisters have guards | There is a rubber mat by the tub | ||
| Doors have guards to prevent pinched fingers | Medicine bottles have childproof caps | ||
| Doors have one-piece doorstops | |||
Kitchen |
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Other |
Toaster/coffee pots are unplugged when unused | ||
| Stove knobs have covers on them | |||
| Knives are kept out of reach | |||
| Trash can has a secure lid | |||
| Freezer/fridges have adhesive locks | |||
| Plastic bags are kept out of reach | |||
| Oven door is latched or secured | |||
