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How To Child Proof A Staircase In Melbourne

21 . 06 . 2012

One of the biggest worries for parents is that their children will somehow get access to the staircase, allowing them to crawl upstairs and get into things they aren’t meant to or causing them to fall downstairs and sustain some serious injuries. Thankfully, there are a number of safety devices available that will enable you to child proof any staircase in Melbourne:

  • Baby gates: These are available at most stores where baby and nursery supplies are sold. Be securing them at the top or bottom (or even both ends) of the staircase in Melbourne, you will physically prevent babies and young children from getting anywhere near the stairs.
  • Balustrade shield: Measure the distance between the balusters and, if they are any more than 3.5 inches apart, you should install a balustrade shield along the length of the staircase. This will prevent babies from sticking their head between the balusters.
  • Children’s handrail: Unfortunately, many children are unable to reach the handrail when they first begin to use the stairs, so you could install a smaller one that is set at a more appropriate level. This rail doesn’t have to be permanent; you can attach it with brackets.

Regardless of what safety precautions you decide to take when it comes to keeping your kids away from staircases in Melbourne, you will have to remember that stairs hold some sort of strange allure for children. Try not to turn your back on your child for too long, otherwise you may find them trying to climb over the baby gates or rip off the balustrade shield.