Safety is essential when talking about Christmas gifts. It is not enough that the toy is beautiful or the child comes asking for it from the summer. First of all, at Christmas and always buy safe toys.
There are certain recommendations that you cannot ignore when choosing a toy. Not only for guaranteeing children's fun, but mainly for their safety. Toys can be dangerous if they do not comply with the appropriate safety regulations. Let's see what we should keep in mind so that the toys do not "play it" at Christmas.
Check that in the box or in the container the CE seal indelibly, visible and legible. It means that the toy complies with the toy safety regulations in the European Union.
He labelled (instructions, etc.) must be in the official language of the country where it is marketed.
Make sure that the name, brand of the product and the address in Spain of the manufacturer or importer appear on the packaging or labeling.
Special attention should be paid to toys for children aged 0 to 3 years. Check that does not contain parts and small pieces that can be swallowed by the child, with the consequent risk of suffocation. They cannot contain pieces less than three centimeters in diameter and six centimeters long.
Check that does not contain sharp edges or edges or burrs. Also, do not have sharp points or protruding elements that can harm a young child. Do not buy toys with darts, arrows or projectiles for young children.
Should indicate the recommended age of use. Not following the age recommendations can be dangerous for the little ones, as well as being frustrating for the older ones. Buy the recommended toys for each age.
Avoid toys with button batteries because of the risk of suffocation. If you have batteries, make sure that the compartment is difficult to open to avoid being able to take them out and take them to your mouth.
Avoid toys with ropes, ribbons or cords, especially when it comes to young children. If they are older, keep in mind what risk it may pose for young siblings.
Always buy toys at trusted stores or suppliers. Beware of online purchases, always do them in recognized sites.
Save the purchase ticket or the invoice in case you have to make a claim.
