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Keeping your children safe at home

14/10/2026

Accidents happen at home - and every year children are sadly hurt by falling from windows and balconies. The good news is these accidents can be prevented.

What we’re doing to help prevent falls at home

  • We carry out regular safety checks to ensure your homes and shared spaces remain as safe as possible
  • As part of our free Property MOTs, regular health checks for your home, we inspect window restrictors that limit windows from opening too far
  • We fit window restrictors as standard, where they’re not already in place, in every empty home before being relet
  • We survey every communal window across your estates to identify, repair and fit restrictors where needed

If you’re unsure whether your home has window restrictors, or if they are missing or damaged, you can book a Property MOT or speak to our Repairs team for advice and support.

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Steps you can take

By spotting everyday risks and making a few small changes, you can help keep your children safe at home.

Here are some easy things you can do:

  • Move furniture away from windows and balconies. Children love to climb, and even ground floor windows can be dangerous
  • Keep your keys safe and easy to find. If you use locks, always make sure you can find the keys quickly in case of a fire
  • Never leave young children alone in rooms with open windows – especially when you need to open them wider for cooking or on hot days
  • Always keep an eye on children when they’re on a balcony, and lock balcony doors when they’re not in use

You can find more guidance and frequently asked questions on our Building Safety webpages and on the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s website.

Home safety information Child Accident Prevention Trust