Keep the victim calm. Wait with the victim until Paramedics arrive on the scene. The best treatment for burns, is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Here are a few Burn Prevention Hints. . . Never leave children unattended near a sink or in the bathtub.
Hot water can cause a third degree burn on a child in less than three seconds.
Keep children away from hot objects such as the stove, fireplaces, and irons. Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of small children. Use flame-retardant sleepwear on children. On your stove, keep pot handles turned-in, so children can not grab them. Cold Weather Fire Safety Tips Fire Safety Equipment for Your Home Heat Related Emergencies Careless Smoking Cooking Fires Weather Related Fires Click here for safety tips on cooking fires .