Which statement is not appropriate for planning safety for a toddler age class?

• A. Approach safety the same as for infants
• B. Use age-appropriate language when giving directions
• C. Keep active supervision during play
• D. Ensure safe use of equipment

Answer: (A)

Safety planning for toddlers must reflect their growing mobility and curiosity. Toddlers are more capable of moving, climbing, and exploring than infants, so how you manage safety changes. Approaching safety the same as for infants treats toddlers as if they have the same development level, which can miss hazards they’re now likely to encounter and their need for clearer boundaries and instructions. For toddlers, you want active supervision, but paired with developmentally appropriate guidance and equipment.

That’s why choosing a plan that keeps safety strategies identical to those used with infants isn’t appropriate. The other statements fit toddler needs: using language they can understand helps them follow directions; keeping active supervision during play matches their need to be watched as they move around; and ensuring safe use of equipment ensures tools and toys are sized and designed for toddlers, reducing risk of injury.