Protect Your Family: February is National Burn Awareness Month!
February is National Burn Awareness Month!
Childhood Burn Injuries: By The Numbers
At Home Hazard Prevention (HHP), we want to take a few moments to share simple yet effective ways to prevent burn injuries for children and adults alike. Accidental burns remain a leading cause of injury among juveniles, with the average hospital bill for a burn injury exceeding $21,000!
Let’s work together to keep our families safe!
Does Bath Time = Burn Time?
One of the most common causes of burn injuries in children is scalding water. Fortunately, preventing these burns is easy and cost-effective:
Lower Your Water Heater Temperature — Set your water heater to 105°F (or the lowest safe setting) to reduce the risk of burns while also saving money on energy costs!
Use a Bath Thermometer — Invest in a bath thermometer that goes directly into the water. Many, like our turtle-shaped thermometer, provide an accurate reading every 30 seconds and feature color-coded lights (red, yellow, green) to indicate safe bath temperatures. This makes bath time both fun and safe!
More Burn Prevention Tips!
Keep Hot Items Out of Reach — Store matches, lighters, candles, and portable heaters away from children. Kids are naturally curious, so keeping these items inaccessible prevents avoidable burns and injuries.
Supervise Cooking Areas — Turn pot handles inward on the stove and use back burners when possible. Keep hot food and drinks away from the edges of tables and counters.
Be Cautious with Hot Liquids — Coffee, tea, and soup can cause severe burns. Never carry a child while holding a hot beverage.
Let’s Keep Our Kids Safe This February!
Burn injuries are largely preventable with a few simple adjustments. This National Burn Awareness Month, take action to protect your family by making small changes that have a big impact!
For more life-saving safety tips and CPR training, contact Home Hazard Prevention (HHP) today!
Call us at (480) 448-0266
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