James Setton 
How often should I update my risk score?
Reassess every 3–6 months, or whenever your child reaches a new mobility milestone (rolling, crawling, walking). New skills bring new risks, so what was safe last month may need attention now.
What if I don’t have some rooms (like a pool or nursery)?
Simply leave those checkboxes unchecked – they won’t affect your score. The tool adapts to your actual home layout. You can also mentally skip sections that don’t apply to you.
The score seems high even though I’ve already babyproofed.
Unchecked hazards represent items that still need attention. If you’ve already installed safety gates, cabinet locks, etc., be sure to check those boxes so they aren’t counted as risks. The tool assumes unchecked = hazard present.
Why is water safety in a separate section?
Drowning is the leading cause of injury death for children 1–4 years old. Water hazards require immediate, non‑negotiable action and are weighted heavily in the risk score. Even one water hazard should be treated as critical.
What does the mobility multiplier do?
A crawling or walking child can reach more hazards than a newborn. The multiplier adjusts the risk score so that the same hazard is weighted appropriately for your child’s current stage. Higher mobility = higher urgency.
Do I need to buy special products for every hazard?
Not necessarily. Some hazards can be addressed by rearranging furniture, changing habits (e.g., never leaving buckets with water), or simple DIY fixes. The tool identifies what needs attention; you decide how to fix it.
This seems overwhelming – where do I start?
Begin with all red‑level rooms and water hazards. Within those, prioritize: 1) furniture anchoring, 2) water/pool safety, 3) blind cords, 4) electrical covers, 5) stair gates. Tackle one room at a time.
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The above may not coincide with the methodology and opinion of the SwimRight Academy Team.
James Setton 
