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Information To Dealers Of Second-Hand Children's Products

Bunk Beds

Bunk beds can be dangerous!

Make sure that the top bunk has guard rails on all sides of the bed.

  • Ensure that the ladder is in good repair and securely attached to the bed.
  • Check to make sure that the frame of the bed is solid.
  • Check the welds on metal bunk beds where the bed frame is fixed to the structure. Metal bunk beds with weld cracks should not be sold.
  • Health Canada recommends that bunk beds meet the requirements of American standards (ASTM F-1427-96, and 16 CFR, Parts 1213, 1500 and 1513).
Date Modified: 2007-05-31 Top