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Put hazardous items beyond children's access

Check small and hazardous objects in the child's area.

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Done when

The child cannot access hazardous items in the area used.

Check small and hazardous objects in the child's area.

Who this is for

Homes with children, especially those who put objects in their mouths.

Why this matters

Storage should account for what the child can actually reach.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Inspect reachable areas and remove small toy parts unsuitable for the child's age.
  2. Check that toy battery compartments close as directed.
  3. Move hazardous items to child-inaccessible storage and agree that all carers use it.

Evidence and references

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    Toy safety tips(Opens in a new tab)Health CanadaAge labels, small parts, battery compartments and damaged toys; no Canadian legal requirements applied elsewhere. อ่านประกอบการเรียบเรียง / Accessed: 2026-10-05

Last reviewed: · Version 2

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