Toy Safety Policy

Following ROSPA (The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) guidelines, I:

Only buy toys from recognised outlets and look for the CE symbol and the 'Lion Mark'.
Make sure toys provided are age appropriate.
Am particularly careful with toys for children under three.
Am wary of young children playing with older children’s toys.
Check for loose hair and small parts, sharp edges and points.
Ensure that garden swings and slides are robust and are not a strangulation hazard.
Check toys regularly for wear and repair or dispose of them when necessary.
Keep the play area tidy.
Follow the instructions and warnings provided with toys.
Supervise young children at play.

If toys are given to the setting or bought from other than a retail outlet, I always check for their state of repair and their suitability to the age range of the children in the setting. All second- hand toys are cleaned before being given to the children.

All toys in the setting are regularly cleaned and checked for their state of repair.

If toys containing batteries are not in regular use, their batteries are removed.

I will respond promptly if a toy is identified as unsafe or recalled. If I become aware that a toy has been recalled or presents a safety risk, I will: remove it from children’s access immediately; identify any children who may have used it; follow relevant manufacturer or product-safety instructions; dispose of or return the toy appropriately; inform parents where appropriate; record the action taken; review whether other similar toys require checking.