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Alison P
Hi, id like some knowledge/clarification on the best sized cot for a childcare centre (ages 0-5yrs). Children aged 2-5yrs have stretcher beds to sleep on, however under 2yrs, the measurements I've been provided with are quite small, almost the size of a standard bassinet. It seems quite small considering my 6month old is 67cm and the measurements they have are 88cm long for the cots.
Red Nose Education
Red Nose does not recommend a specific size or shape for cots used at home or in Child Care.
Recommendation are to always use a cot that meets Mandatory Australian Standards (AS/NZS:2172) from Product Safety Australia
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/consumers/keep-baby-safe/settle-baby-to-sleep-safely/household-cots-guide
https://rednose.org.au/article/what-is-a-safe-cot