Are clip on high chairs safe?
Keeping this in view, what are the safety standards for high chairs?
The new federal high chair standards: Have higher standards of rearward stability, making it harder for chairs to fall over if a child pushes against something while in the chair or the chair is otherwise moved. Require warning labels to be placed where they can be seen while the high chair is in use.
Likewise, are high chairs safe?
Many parents assume the high chair they use for their child during meal time is safe. If a child falls head first onto these hard surfaces, serious injuries can occur. When used correctly, however, high chairs and booster seats can be great tools to help meal time go smoothly.
Most high chairs have a footrest – but it's impossible for smaller children to reach. Try raising it up by adding a saltine box (duct tape again) and add a sheet of shelf liner on the box for their little feet to get some added grip.