Be Burn: Aware All Around the Home

Fezzy:

Hi there, my amazing friends. It's me, Fezzy from Shriners Children's here to talk about being burn aware. Of course we all know the kitchen can be a special place where grown-ups make yummy food, but it's also a place to be very careful. So listen up for some safety tips to help you stay safe. First, stoves, ovens, or even toasters can be hot, so never touch them. They can burn your paws, I mean hands. Always ask a grown-up for help around these possibly hot things. And remember, even if you see a pot handle sticking out on the stove or counter, never touch or grab it. It could tip over and spill hot contents.

Kids, if you want to help around the kitchen, that's awesome. You can stir cool things, wash veggies, or set the table, but stay safe away from the heat. And parents, the National Fire Protection Association, NFPA says a kitchen should have a kid-free zone at least three feet from the stove, or other areas where hot food is prepared.

There are also some safety measures you should take around appliances in the kitchen. First, it's really important to keep electrical cords away from the edge of the counter. If knocked over, anything electric can cause a shock and burns. Many of us have microwaves to warm up our food and snacks, but be careful here too. Grown-ups, always use a microwave-safe container and be extra careful when removing contents after cooking. Watch out for hot steam and keep containers level to avoid spills.

Hi there, my amazing friends. It's me, Fezzy, from Shriners Children's here to talk about being burn-aware at bath time. Did you know that water above 120 degrees can cause serious burns? It's really important that grown-ups always check the water temperature before you get into the tub. Remember, friends, when the tub is filled, we should turn on cold water first and then add warm until it's just right. Kiddos, be sure to sit on the opposite side of the tap, away from the faucets. And you should never ever use electronics near water. Electrical appliances near water can be just as dangerous as fire. Even the hairdryer, that's just going to have to wait until you are out of the tub and fully dried off.

Hi there, my amazing friends. It's me, Fezzy, from Shriners Children's here to talk about being burn aware around gasoline, a flammable substance. Flammable means a substance that can easily catch fire. This red can contains gasoline. Don't ever play with it, but especially keep it far away from flames or matches. It's only supposed to be used to fuel real engines. It should never be used for any other purpose. In fact, it should never be stored inside your house. If you ever smell gasoline vapors, leave the area and tell an adult.

Hi there, my amazing friends. It's me, Fezzy, from Shriners Children's, and I hope you've seen all my videos on how to stay safe in the kitchen, the bathroom, and around flammable contents like gasoline. It's important to know that if an emergency does occur, you and your family have a fire escape plan. Talk as a family to identify two exits from each room and decide on a designated meeting place outside at a safe distance from the home, and practice the plan. And here's a few tips for added safety. It's recommended that you have a fire extinguisher at home that's easily accessible in the kitchen, and check its expiration date. And it's a great idea to know where your home's smoke detectors are located, if they ever set off, or if you smell smoke or see fire, you should leave the house. First, get to safety, and then call 9-1-1 or tell an adult in an emergency. Friends, thanks for listening. And always remember to be burn aware.