Use only a fitted bottom sheet made specifically for crib use.

　　Are there any other standards for full size cribs? ASTM F 1169 and ASTM F 966 contain voluntary requirements related to full size baby cribs and to corner extension posts for full and non-full size cribs.

　　What are the requirements for cribs? If a crib has the top rail that drops down to help place an infant in or take him or her out of the crib, to prevent the child from falling out.

　　Every crib must be sold with detailed assembly instructions as well as identifying marks,cautionary statements and compliance declarations. The mesh should have no tears, holes or loose threads that could entangle a baby.

　　Does CPSC have any other requirements that apply to full-size cribs? Yes.

　　Also there should be no more than 2 3/8 inches (about the width of a soda can) between the crib slats so a baby's body can't fit through the slats; no missing or cracked slats.

　　To prevent a risk of strangulation, the crib regulation contains a test to evaluate whether cutouts such as decorative openings sometimes found on the tops of the ends of a crib create a risk of head or neck entrapment. To prevent tragedies, parents and caretakers can take the following precautions to ensure a safer sleeping environment for their young children. Since 1984, The Consumer Protection Safety Commision has learned of the deaths of 17 babies, most under 12 months old, who suffocated or strangled primarily when they became entangled in sheets in their cribs or beds.

　　Also consider using a sleeper instead of a blanket. No corner posts over 1/16th inch high so a baby's clothing can't catch. To measure the strength of slats and other parts, place the nose of a loading wedge midway between two parts and midway between the top and bottom horizontal rails, and apply a 20 lb. Tuck a thin blanket around the crib mattress, covering baby only as high as his/her chest.

　　2. If you do use a blanket, place baby with feet to foot of the crib.

　　This only applies to possible toeholds located less than 20 inches above the mattress support in its lowest position when the side rail is in its highest position. Never use an adult sheet on a crib mattress; it can come loose and present an entanglement hazard to young children. No missing, loose, broken or improperly installed screws, brackets, or other hardware on the crib or mattress support. Two of thrust pad these deaths related to fitted crib sheets.

　　Are you using your crib safely? For infants less than 12 months of age, follow these practices to reduce the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) and prevent suffocation.