Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater to protect your child from burns. Fill the bathtub and turn off the water before you place your child in the tub. If the water is running, a toddler can turn the handle and be scalded even if you are supervising him or her. Be sure your child is never alone around water. Keep toilet seats covered.
Children can drown in as little as a few inches of water.
Even if you're with your toddler all the time, accidents can happen. So it's important to prevent accidents before they occur. Download this tip sheet View this document with Acrobat Reader. Fact sheets will be issued periodically on a variety of subjects as needs arise. Prevent Child Abuse America.