Each year a number of children are admitted to hospital as a result of falling from a window or balcony, this most often occurs in their own home. To keep babies and toddlers safe child-resistant window safety devices on windows in bedrooms and other rooms must be installed.
Perspex Safety Barriers
Perspex is a non-invasive and versatile safety barrier for many areas of the home.
Blind Cord Tensioner
Blind Cord Tensioners keep blind cords at the optimum tension and secure the ends out of reach of children with the practical tensioner device.
Slide Door and Window Locks
Sliding Door & Window Locks help keep curious children safe around glass sliding doors and windows.
Blind Cord Wraps
Blind cord wraps help keep your little ones safe from curtains and blind cords.
Window Cable Lock
The Window Cable Lock works by limiting a windows maximum opening distance.
Comprehensive Child Safety for All Window Types
Windows are one of the most common areas of concern for parents, especially in multi level homes. First Steps Safe Steps provides tailored solutions for every window type, from sliding doors to smaller bedroom windows, ensuring secure child resistant locks and barriers. Our expert team assesses each window and recommends optimal safety products, such as window cable locks for secure ventilation and Perspex barriers for a non invasive solution. For homes with blinds, we also install blind cord tensioners and wraps to prevent choking hazards, protecting children from every angle.
Why Choose First Steps Safe Steps for Window Safety?
Choosing First Steps Safe Steps means trusting a team with years of experience in child proofing. We not only supply durable safety solutions but also professionally install each device to ensure maximum security. Our commitment to quality means using only trusted products, giving parents peace of mind in every room of the house.
Book Your Window Safety Consultation Today
Ready to secure your windows and home? Schedule a consultation with First Steps Safe Steps for a personalised, thorough assessment. Our team will identify potential risks and install high quality solutions, letting you relax knowing your child’s environment is protected by experts.
FAQs: Window Safety for Babies and Toddlers
How do I childproof my windows?
The most effective fix is a restrictor such as a window cable lock that limits how far a window opens. Move cots, beds and furniture away from windows so they cannot be used for climbing, and keep blind cords secured out of reach.
How wide should a window open for child safety?
No more than 12.5cm. That is the gap set by NSW strata law and the Building Code of Australia for windows that can be reached from inside with a fall of 2m or more outside. The device should also resist a 250 newton push.
Are window safety locks mandatory in NSW?
In NSW strata buildings, yes. Since March 2018, openable windows less than 1.7m above the floor, with a fall of 2m or more outside, must have a child safety device. The rules also cover bedroom windows in most homes built since 2013, and are strongly recommended in every home.
Can a child fall through a flyscreen?
Yes. Standard flyscreens are designed to keep insects out, not to hold the weight of a child leaning or pushing against them. A window restrictor or a purpose-built security screen is the only reliable protection.
How do I make blind cords safe for a baby?
Keep every cord loop tight and fixed out of reach. A blind cord tensioner that holds cords taut against the wall suits looped cords, while blind cord wraps for curtains and blinds keep loose cords tidied up high. Never place a cot within reach of a blind or curtain cord.
How do I stop my toddler opening the sliding door?
Fit child-resistant sliding door and window locks out of your toddler’s reach. They stop a sliding door or window being opened without an adult, and can be set to allow a small gap for airflow.
Can I install window locks in a rental property?
Yes. Under NSW tenancy law, landlords cannot unreasonably refuse consent for window safety devices. Cable locks and removable Perspex safety barriers have a small installation footprint. Our guide to baby proofing a rental in NSW covers how to ask for consent.
Safety walk through
Your First Steps Safe Steps consultant will perform a complete walk through of your home and provide a detailed and itemised recommendation.
Safety Consultation
For those who choose to go with a same-day installation, you can enjoy the convenience of a free consultation. We’re upfront and transparent about the costs associated with our services.
Fast install
Your First Steps Safe Steps safety consultant will install the equipment safely and correctly on the same day as your consultation.
Experienced team
With a plethora of experience in the industry, you can rest assured that we are the experts and will baby proof your home safely and effectively.
