Baby gates can help protect young children from falls at home.
Here are some effective steps to reduce the risk of serious falls on stairs:
- Install a hardware-mounted baby gate at the top of stairs.
- Use either a hardware-mounted or pressure-mounted baby gate at the bottom of stairs to prevent access up the stairs.
- Supervise young children around stairs, and teach older children safe stair habits, like holding the railing and walking instead of running.
- Keep stairs clear of clutter and hazards such as toys, books, or loose rugs.
Please see the links to CSL's The Do's and Don't of Baby Gates informational resource, now available in French, Mi'kmaq, Arabic, and Spanish.