Generally freestanding tubs are not recommend for younger children and people with mobility issues, and frail older people. The main reason is the depth of the tub that is deeper that usual and the lack of handrails or other supports that can help you get out of the bath. It is surprising how much strength you need to heave yourself up and out of a bath. People regularly get stuck in a bath and have to be helped out. The extra depth freestanding tubs have that can also make it difficult for some people to climb into a tub. Young children should not be left unattended in a freestnading tubs as there is a chance of drowning.