Child safety
Use a properly installed toddler gate at the kitchen
For a child under three, fit a suitable safety gate correctly at the kitchen entrance and close it every time.
Why it matters
A gate can reduce access to flames, hot pans, knives, and cleaners.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Using a loose or open gate while a toddler can enter the cooking area.
Correct action
For a child under three, fit a suitable safety gate correctly at the kitchen entrance and close it every time.
What to do
- Check the area, equipment, and household arrangement before starting.
- For a child under three, fit a suitable safety gate correctly at the kitchen entrance and close it every time.
- Stop and tell the employer if the situation is unsafe or unclear.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness, breathing difficulty, or immediate danger, call 999 and keep yourself safe first.
Sources and review
- Department of Health Family Health Service — Is Your Baby Safe?
Source checked: 2026-08-22
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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