Creating Safer Spaces for Children with Autism
                     Creating Safer Spaces 
for Children with 
ADiscuovetr hiosw dmoor finger guards help protect children with autism 
and create environments where they can explore safely and 
confidently.
Understanding the Unique Needs
Sensory Sensitivities Safety Challenges
Children with autism often This natural curiosity, 
experience heightened combined with potential 
sensory awareness, making difficulty recognizing danger, 
them more curious about how means finger entrapment 
things work—including doors injuries are a genuine concern 
and hinges. in homes, schools, and care 
settings.
Understanding these unique characteristics helps us create truly 
protective environments that support exploration while preventing 
harm.
Why Door Finger Guards Matter
Prevent Serious Injuries Reduce Anxiety Promote Independence
Door finger guards eliminate the For children who may not With door finger guards installed, 
dangerous gap between door understand danger, and parents children can move more freely 
and frame, stopping fingers from constantly vigilant, these guards through spaces, building 
becoming trapped in the hinge provide reassurance that confidence and autonomy in a 
side—a common cause of severe exploration won't lead to painful protected environment.
crushing injuries. accidents.
Key Benefits Across Different Settings
In Schools and Nurseries At Home
Door finger guards for schools are Parents gain peace of mind knowing 
essential safety equipment. They their child can explore safely. Guards 
protect all children during busy work on internal and external doors, 
transitions, meet health and safety are easy to install, and provide 24/7 
requirements, and show protection without constant 
commitment to inclusive, accessible supervision.
environments.
In Care Facilities
Specialized settings benefit from 
comprehensive protection that 
supports duty of care obligations, 
reduces incident reports, and creates 
calm, secure spaces for vulnerable 
children.
Creating a Comprehensive Safety Strategy
Beyond Physical Protection
Door finger guards are one part of creating autism-friendly 
environments. Combine them with:
• Clear visual cues and signage for navigation
• Sensory-friendly lighting and acoustics
• Consistent routines and predictable spaces
• Regular safety audits of all environments
This holistic approach addresses both physical safety and 
emotional wellbeing, helping children with autism thrive in spaces 
designed with their needs in mind.
Ready to Enhance Safety?
Get Expert Advice
Our team understands the specific needs of children with 
autism and can recommend the right protection solutions for 
your setting.
Call us: 01708 855 777
Explore Our Products
Browse our comprehensive range of door finger guards 
designed for homes, schools, and care facilities.
Email: [email protected]
Every child deserves to explore their world safely. Let us help you 
create that environment.