Balconies and decks need railings with slats close enough together (no more than 4 inches apart) that a child can't squeeze through. Remove any climbable furniture near railings. Plexiglass panels can add a second layer of protection on older balconies with wide openings.
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Steps taken to keep babies and toddlers from falling off furniture, down stairs, or out of windows. Baby gates at the top and bottom of stairs, window guards above the first floor, and never leaving a baby unattended on a changing table are the big ones.
Making your yard and outdoor spaces safe for babies and toddlers. This includes fencing pools, removing poisonous plants, checking playground equipment for hot surfaces, and keeping garden tools and chemicals locked away.
A removable grate or barrier installed inside a window frame to prevent falls. They have bars spaced close enough that a child can't squeeze through, and most have a quick-release mechanism for emergencies. Required by law in some cities for apartments above the first floor.