Ten Tips To Keep Your Family Safe From Burns This Spring And Summer

Mara Madsen
Apr 18, 2022
1 min read

Updated: Jul 1

Warm weather often brings thoughts of beach days, lake getaways, camping trips, hikes, poolside fun, and backyard barbecues. While enjoying the sunshine, it’s important to keep safety top of mind. Here are ten essential tips to help protect your family from burns and fire-related injuries this spring and summer.

Avoid wearing long sleeves while cooking on the grill.
Keep matches, lighters, and lighter fluid out of children’s reach.
Use long-handled barbecue tools to reduce the risk of burns.
Never leave a lit grill unattended.
Create a three-foot, kid-free safety zone around grills, fire pits, and campfires.
Skip at-home fireworks. Attend a public display and leave it to the professionals. Remember, even sparklers can cause serious burns!
Closely supervise children when toasting foods like marshmallows. A flaming marshmallow can ignite clothing or hair.
Always check playground equipment before children play. If it feels hot to your hand, it’s likely too hot for your child’s skin.
Encourage children to wear shoes at the playground to prevent burns from hot surfaces.
Apply sunscreen before outdoor play and reapply regularly to protect against sunburn.