November marks Child Safety and Protection Month, a crucial time for raising awareness about the safety and well-being of our children. To keep your children safe and protected, TFI has compiled a ‘Child Safety Checklist’ for you and your child to rely on. Share these with your children and friends to keep everyone safe.
Home Safety
- Childproofing
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- Install safety gates on stairs & keep sharp objects out of reach.
- Use corner protectors on furniture & secure heavy furniture to walls.
- Fire Safety
- Install smoke detectors & have an escape plan.
- Poison Control
- Store medications, cleaning supplies & toxic substances out of reach.
Outdoor Safety
- Supervision
- Always pay attention to your children when they are outside.
- Stranger Danger
- Teach children to recognize safe adults & avoid talking to strangers.
- Traffic Safety
- Use crosswalks, teach children to look both ways & reinforce the importance of wearing car seatbelts.
Emergency Preparations
- Emergency Contacts
- Keep a list of contacts accessible & teach your children how to call for help.
- First Aid Knowledge
- Teach basic first aid skills & how to react in emergencies.
- Safety Drills
- Regularly practice emergency drills for situations like fire or natural disasters.
Online Safety
- Privacy Settings
- Put privacy settings on devices & social media.
- Stranger Interactions
- Teach them not to share personal information online.
- Screen Time Limit
- Set appropriate limits on screen time & monitor their online activity.
Health & Wellness
- Healthy Habits
- Encourage regular handwashing & a healthy diet.
- Regular Check-Ups
- Schedule routine medical & dental check-ups.
- Mental Health
- Foster open communication about feelings & emotions.
- Encourage kids to take responsibility for their own safety.
As we celebrate Child Safety and Protection Month, we urge families to implement these safety practices in their daily lives. Together, we can create a secure and nurturing environment for our children to thrive.