Guarding children against trips and falls
Every year over 390,000 children under the age of 15 are taken to hospital with injuries resulting from a fall at home or in the garden. Although most falls are not serious, some can lead to injuries with long term consequences. Putting the following safety checks in place can help your child avoid a serious injury.
Home and outside safety information includes:
In the home – general safety tipsStairs and banistersWindowsBalconiesOutsideBabiesIn an emergencyFirst aid coursesFor further information
A guide for parents and a useful resource for teachers planning lessons for children and young people about the dangers of and how to stay safe from poisonous substances in and around the home and garden.
Every year around 26,000 children under five are taken to hospital with suspected poisoning. Find out how putting a few simple measures in place can stop this happening to your child.
Includes:
Storing medicinesMedicines – general tipsStoring household chemicals and productsHousehold chemicals and products – general tipsStoring chemicals outdoorsCarbon monoxide poisoningFirst aid
For further information