Child safety
Fasten child harnesses and lock wheels
Fasten the harness every time and lock stroller or high-chair wheels when stopped.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-20
Why it matters
A child can wriggle out or move the seat and fall.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Placing the child in the seat without fastening the harness or locking wheels.
Correct action
Fasten the harness every time and lock stroller or high-chair wheels when stopped.
What to do
- Check the area and equipment before caring for the child.
- Fasten the harness every time and lock stroller or high-chair wheels when stopped.
- Tighten the harness and test the buckle and wheel locks. Complete the main safety action every time.
If something happens
For injury, unconsciousness, or abnormal breathing, call 999; do not move a possible head or neck injury unnecessarily.
Sources and review
- Department of Health, Family Health Service — Is Your Baby Safe at Home?
Last reviewed: 2026-08-20
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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