The Burn Care Team is dedicated to preventing burn accidents in children. More than 6,000 thousand children die each year as a result of serious burn injury. Here are several ways to help you prevent burn injuries in children. Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children.
Store goodies away from stove.
Use short cords on electrical appliances. Teach child not to stand against or touch the stove or heater. Keep hot liquids out of reach. Keep children from under foot while cooking. Keep panhandles turned in while cooking.