Did you know that around 80% of all burns occurs in or around the home? They’re totally preventable in both adults and children! Getting burned is a traumatic experience both physically and mentally, so be cautious and stay safe.
Burn prevention tips from Monitronics
* Keep water heater temperature at 120 degrees Fahrenheit or lower
* Don’t cook at the stove with kids underfoot
* Turn handles of pots toward the back of the store and don’t leave pots unattended
* Never pour hot liquids while holding a child
* Check temperature of bath water before placing a child in it and don’t ever leave a child unattended in the tub
* Put matches and lighters in unreachable or locked location
* Keep key out of the gas control and put a heavy cover in front of the fireplace
* Use safety plugs in electrical outlets
* Avoid chemical burns by moving all dangerous products to an unreachable place
* Slather on the sunscreen when outside
* Install smoke alarms in multiple locations around the house (each floor and bedroom) and test monthly
* Candles are dangerous. Don’t leave them unattended.
