Public Education Resources

Stay Away from Hot Things

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Teach children to not touch hot things. Hot things can burn our skin. It is important to know what is hot and what is not.

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Stop, Drop, and Roll

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It is important to know what to do if your clothes catch fire at all ages. If your clothes catch on fire:

    • Stop
    • Drop
    • Cover your face
    • Roll

It is important for everyone to practice all steps and it is also a fun activity to do with the kids to help teach them how to properly do all steps.

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Treating a Burn

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When you burn yourself, remove the heat source immediately.

      • Cool the burn with cool, not cold, running water for 3-5 minutes.
      • Cover the burn with a clean dry cloth.
      • Get medical help if the burn involves your face, hands, genitalia, or major joints.

To learn more about treating a burn, visit the American Burn Association’s website at https://bit.ly/2WZsYoW.

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Scald Safety

Did you know? When microwaving food, steam inside covered containers can quickly reach over 200°F and burn your hands and face.

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