Child safety questions - child safety answers! (updated January 14, 2015)
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We have researched the answers to some of the common questions asked by parents around child safety. Below are topic headings with questions.
Each question is followed by one or more links to a credible site/s where you will find the answer to the preceding question.
Simply click the link/s and enjoy. Please feel free to send us your questions - we will do our best to find the answers.
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What are some of the general things I need to know about keeping my child safe?
Safety at a Glance
- Newborn Safety at a Glance (fact sheet): 0-6 months
- Babies Safety at a Glance (fact sheet): 6 months-1 year
- Toddler Safety at a Glance (fact sheet): 1-3 years
- Child Safety at a Glance (fact sheet): 3-5 years
- Child Safety at a Glance (fact sheet): 5-9 years
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Fire Safety
What do I need to know about fire safety in the home?
- Smoke Alarms Save Lives
- Safety Tips for Home
- Fire Escape Plan
- Babysitter's Fire Safety Guide
- Burns
- Cooking Safety Tips
- Winter Safety Tips
Poison Prevention
What do I need to know about poison prevention?
- A Parent's Guide to Poison Prevention
- Not all Poisons are Found in a Bottle
- Poison Look-alikes in the home
- Watch this video to see about giving medicines safely
Preventing Falls
What can I do to prevent my child from falling and getting hurt?
- Around the Home
- Watch this video about preventing falls in the home
- Preventing falls in other places & at home
Sun Safety Tips
- Sun safety tips for parents
- Keep children cool! Protect Your Child from Extreme Heat
- How to Beat the Heat
- Sunscreens
Water Safety
- Life jackets and PFDs
- What else do we need to know about water safety?
- Drowning - it can happen in seconds
Playground Safety
Helmets & Safety
Outdoor Safety
What can I do to help keep my child safe during in the winter?
Toy Safety
Complete toy safety tips - all ages
General information: Is Your Child Safe?
- Children are naturally curious and do not easily recognize and avoid hazards; therefore, they need extra protection & care.