How to childproof tank?

I currently have a 10 gallon tank but just acquired a 55 gallon with stand. The problem I have is the plywood stand is very short. The top of the stand is probably only 2 feet tall and comes to my knees. That means the tank itself will sit down low. I cannot at this time afford to buy a new stand since I have to buy another filter, heater, rocks and fish.

Will this tank be a tipping hazard? I have a 2 1/2 yr old who loves fish so he will be constantly touching it. He is pretty good about stopping if I tell him no, but he is 2 and doesn't always listen. I also have a 4 month old ao eventually she will be pulling up. I am scared this tank could fall over. Is there a way to attach it to the wall? Anything else I need to think of to child proof this? Thanks!

 

I looked into this for earthquake proofing and the recommendation was for heavy-duty furniture straps. You screw the anchors into the wall studs

It will be extremely difficult for a small child to shift a 600 pound tank full of water though if that helps

 

@Aquaphobia is right. It will be extremely hard for your 2 12 year old to tip over a 55 gal tank just tapping on it, or even them running into it ((my soon to be 3 year old. And actually lower to the ground will actually make it even harder. it would be like the average adult trying to tip over a small car almost. Difference in weight and physics say its fairly improbable.

 

Thank you both so much. I will probably get the furniture straps for the base to give me more peace of mind.

 

You can build a no thrills stand for about 40 or 50 bucks with 2x4's, some screws, and a coat of paint. Then you can make it as tall as you want.

 

Thank you both so much. I will probably get the furniture straps for the base to give me more peace of mind.

Never hurts to be extra cautious around small children.