03/06/2026
Children are naturally curious and during Child Safety Week, we’re reminding parents and carers just how important home safety is when it comes to preventing burns and fires.
Simple changes can dramatically reduce risk, including:
• Keeping candles, matches and lighters out of reach
• Using back hobs and turning saucepan handles in
• Never leaving children unattended in the kitchen
• Installing fireguards around heaters and fireplaces
• Having working smoke alarms on every level of your home, check to make sure they beep
It’s also important to remember burn first aid:
❄️ Cool with cool running water for 20 minutes
📞 Call for help if needed
🩹 Cover with cling film or a clean dressing
Remember: Cool, Call, Cover!
Within this area of our website we have information and top tips on ways you can make your home safer, such as: