Burn Prevention
This collection includes resources available to prevent pediatric burn injuries.
Educational Messages Advisory Committee (EMAC) Desk Reference 2020 Edition
The Educational Messages Advisory Committee (EMAC) Desk Reference 2020 Edition is a resource for fire service and safety educators. It contains consistent language used in …
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Child Safety Around Gas Fireplaces
2020
· Safe Kids Worldwide
This infographic on fireplace safety highlights the risks of burns for small children and provides essential safety tips for families. Key recommendations include maintaining a …
Campfire Safety: Cool the Coals
This campfire safety fact sheet emphasizes key dos and don’ts. Build fires in designated pits at least 15 feet from tents and flammable objects. Keep …
Smokey Bear
· U.S. Forest Service,
· National Association of State Foresters,
· U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
This website is dedicated to the iconic character Smokey Bear, promoting wildfire prevention and safety. The website offers valuable resources, educational materials, and interactive tools …
Implications of the California Wildfires for Health, Communities, and Preparedness
This 120-page report summarizes a workshop held on June 4-5, 2019, about the impacts of the California wildfires, and the population health, environmental health, emergency …
How To Make A Home Fire Escape Plan
This webpage describes how to create a home fire escape plan. It emphasizes the importance of smoke alarms and planning two ways out of each …
Children’s Safety Network (CSN) - Fire & Burn Safety
This webpage provides valuable information on child safety regarding fire and burn prevention. It covers essential topics such as safety tips, statistics, and resources to …
Frostbite and Hypothermia: Be Prepared for Cold Weather - Keep Moving to Keep Warm
2020
· American Burn Association
This fact sheet provides guidance in the prevention of and response to frostbite and hypothermia in cold weather. Hypothermia is a serious condition with symptoms …
Burn Disaster Response Planning in New York City: Updated Recommendations for Best Practices
2012
· NewYork-Presbyterian,
· Weill Cornell Medicine,
· New York State Department of Health,
· RWJBarnabas Health Care System
This article describes updated plans for handling burn disasters in New York City. It explains how the NYC Task Force for Patients with Burns has …
Burn Disaster Preparedness and the Southern Region of the United States
This review examines the challenges that burn disasters pose for planners as specialty resources quickly become scarce. Regional support is crucial. Daily burn bed capacity …