Nursery
Check slats on baby's cribThe slats on baby's crib are less than 2-3/8 inches.
All slats are secure.
Check mattressThere are no holes in the mattress.
Remove stuffed animals from crib.
Crib is not near any windows, electrical outlets, lamps etc.
Baby's crib is sturdyBaby's crib is sturdy, and has no loose or missing hardware.
All outlets covered.
In a crib have a firm, flat mattressIn a crib have a firm, flat mattress and no soft bedding underneath.
Baby's pacifier is in good condition.
Bathroom
Store medicines and cleaning producty caps and locked away from children.All medicines and cleaning products are in containers with safety caps and locked away from children.
Check bath water temperature with bath thermometherAlways check bath water temperature with your wrist before putting baby in to bathe.
Never leave your child alone in the bathtub.
All electrical outlets are covered.
The toilet seats have a latch.
don't leave water on the floorBe sure no water is left on the floor to avoid slipping.
Kitchen
All electrical outlets are covered.
cords and electrical appliancesAll cords and electrical appliances out of your baby's reach.
Keep pot handles turned to the back of the stove when cooking.
Store household cleaning productsAll household cleaning products, knives, matches, and plastic bags are locked away from children.
Other Living Areas
Smoke detectorsSmoke detectors are installed on each floor of your home
Safety gatesSafety gates are set up to keep baby out of harms reach like stairways.
All small objects are kept away from young children.
Check toys.Check condition and sturdiness of toys.
Baby's clothingBaby's clothing doesn't have free or loose buttons and strings.

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