Child safety advice
Children need to explore and experiment, so minor bumps and bruises are part of growing up. But some children suffer the pain of serious accidents that can alter the course of their lives forever. Many of these serious accidents can be prevented by simple changes to everyday routines. Click the topics below to explore our child safety advice.
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Burns and scalds
Burns and scalds

Burns and scalds
Find out why young children are more at risk of burns and scalds, how you can stop these accidents and what to do in an emergency.
Drowning
Drowning

Summer water safety
Whether you’re in the garden, at the beach or on holiday this summer please keep water safety in mind.

Safe baby bath time
We explore the risks and the simple things you can do to keep babies and toddlers safe, even at busy bath times.
Road safety
Road safety

Road safety
Find out how to keep children safe on our roads with our hub of road safety advice and resources to share.

Pedestrian safety
Children need help to learn how to cross the road safely. And there’s a lot you can do as a parent or carer to support them.
Suffocation and strangulation
Suffocation and strangulation

Suffocation
Babies and young children can easily be suffocated because they don’t have the same control over their bodies that adults do.

Strangulation
Babies and small children can be strangled when they reach and grab for strings, ribbons and cords. They can also get tangled when climbing. Learn more.

Blind cords
Discover why blind cords are so dangerous for babies and small children and what you can do to keep children safe.
Toy safety
Toy safety

Buy safe toys
There are cheap toys for sale on online marketplaces that could seriously harm your child. Use our guide to help you buy safely.

Be a savvy shopper
Don’t get caught out by dodgy dealers selling unsafe products on online platforms. Learn more.

Button batteries
Button batteries can badly hurt or kill a small child if they swallow one. Learn more about the risks.






































