Ride On Toys
Recommended age group: Any age.
There are various ride-on toys that are suitable for kids at any age.
Toys such as tricycles, pedal cars and sit-on toys are suitable for kids
aged 2 to 4.
For older children, an appropriate helmet should be worn when riding a
bicycle.
Stability
It is important for a ride on toy to be stable. It should not tip in
any direction on a moderate slope when the child is sitting on.
Pedal operated toys
The rods connecting the pedals to the driving wheels should be firmly
attached to all joints. The joints should not be disconnected. Your
child's feet might be trapped under any part of the toy when it is
moving.
Brakes
Toy bicycles should have proper brakes, preferably foot operated and
should be easy to operate.
Steering wheels
Column mounted steering wheels should not be easily removed to expose
a shaft that could spear the rider. The steering wheel should be strong
enough to avoid any accidents.
Wheels and wheel rims
Plastic and wooden wheels and wheel rims should be strong enough not
to collapse or disintegrate under normal riding conditions.
They should be able to withstand unexpected bumps or hitting large
stones.
Seats
Seats should be made from a material that is not likely to split,
crack or shatter. All seats and surfaces, including underneath the seat
should be smooth.
Handle bars
The sharf that supports the handle bars should be strong enough to
resist the impact if accident may happen. If the handle bars are
adjustable, the supporting stem should be inserted to the length marked
on the shaft.
Support between back and front wheels
The support between the front and back wheels should not bend or
break.
Rocking horses
The rockers should be long enough so that the rocking horse is not
likely to tip forwards or backwards under vigorous use.
The saddles should be firmly fixed to nthe horse. They should not be
nailed in place because nails are dangerous sharp point.
Stirrups should be attached properly to the saddle.
Toy Pedal Cycles
Also known as 'pavement' pedal cycles, these toys are not designed
for use on the road. Most of these toys comes with training wheels.
A hand brake or back pedal brake should be fitted to stop the bicycle to
go down. It is important for the children to understand the correct use
of these brakes.
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