Most “fire-related injuries” are burns. In fact, approximately every 60 seconds someone in the U.S. sustains a burn injury serious enough to require treatment.  Increased awareness of the dangers can prevent injuries. Here is everything you need to know about preventing burns and keep your family safe!

Protecting Your Children From Burns

• Keep young children at least 3 feet away from any place where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
• Keep hot foods and liquids away from table and counter edges.
• Never hold a child while cooking, drinking or carrying hot foods or liquids.
• Teach children that hot things burn.
• When children are old enough, teach them to cook safely. Supervise them closely.

Source for Content: National Fire Protection Association and U.S. Fire Administration