Child safety in the garden

Child safety in the garden

To make the garden safe for children:

• Select the correct-sized tool.
• Keep sprays and fertilisers out of reach.
• Do not use chemicals. Garden organically whenever possible.
• Provide safe storage for equipment and tools.
• Secure fences and gates.
• Provide shade in summer with umbrellas or shade cloth.
• Make sure that where it’s appropriate, children wear a hat, sunscreen, suitable clothing and gumboots.
• Do not leave buckets of water unattended around very young children and toddlers.