Travelling Equipment (1-5 Years)
Travelling Equipment (1-5 Years)
Pram or Pushchair Safety
- Ensure it has British Safety Standards certification.
- Check for a five-point safety harness that securely straps the child.
- Choose a pram or pushchair with a firm, flat surface for your child to rest on.
- Always apply the brakes when stationary to prevent it from rolling away.
- Never hang bags or items on the handles as they can cause the pram or pushchair to tip over.
High Backed Booster Seats
- Until your child reaches 15 months old, their car seat should be rear-facing.
- Once over this age they should use a forward-facing car seat.
- High backed booster seats should be used until they are 135cm tall (or 12 years old) according to British law.
- Make sure the seat is fitted correctly with the belt running through all the right guides.
- Always check for the E mark that shows the seat complies with European Safety Standards.
Car Travel General Safety
- If a child is under 3 years of age, they must always be in a car seat when travelling, no exceptions.
- If they are over 3 years old, they must also use a car seat unless their journey is an unexpected necessity, then they can use an adult seat belt.
- Kids should always be seated in the rear seats of the car for safety reasons.
Bike Seat Safety
- Bike seats should be fitted directly above the bike’s centre of gravity to ensure balance isn’t affected.
- The child should wear a properly fitting helmet and be strapped into the seat with a secure harness.
- Choose a bike seat with foot guards to prevent the child’s feet from getting caught in the bike’s wheel.
Travel Cot Safety
- Make sure the cot complies with BS EN 716:2008+A1:2013 safety standard.
- Do not use the travel cot as a playpen, it is not designed to withstand a toddler’s play routine.
- Make sure the cot has a firm and flat mattress and fits snugly to avoid gaps which may lead to entrapment.
- Always check the locks and latches are secure when assembled.