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THE VANCOUVER COURIER FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2013
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Burn Awareness Week 2013 Safety Tips SCALDING HOT!
Hot water scalds are the leading cause of burns to young children. The vast majority of these burn injuries are preventable. When using water taps, turn COLD water on first. Then add HOT water and adjust the temperature. Reverse the order when turning water off: HOT water first, then the COLD water. Always test young children’s bath and sink water before using. When bathing children, never leave them unattended, as they may turn on the hot water or slip
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lighters stored high out of the reach of young children. It reduces the temptation to experiment with fire. If need be, lock up matches and lighters.
in your absence. Be very careful when drinking HOT liquids, especially around children. At 60°C (140°F) it takes less than five seconds to get a third degree (full thickness) burn. Children and older adults, by virtue of their thinner skin, sustain severe burns at lower temperatures and in less time than an adult.
PLAYING WITH FIRE!
Playing with matches and lighters is one of the leading causes of fire deaths to young children. The vast majority of these burn injuries are preventable. Matches and lighters are tools for grownups, and not toys to be played with. Discuss the importance of keeping all matches and
Discuss strategies for children on how they can get out of situations that involve fire setting and peer pressure. Define issues such as arson and the law, children taking responsibility for fire-setting actions, paying restitution and making good choices.
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February 3 through 9 is Burn Awareness Week in B.C. Go to burnfund.org for participation information, and follow these tips for children’s safety.
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Family Month at the Y In support of BC’s first Family Day on February 11th, the YMCA is opening its doors to families so you can be active together: T Family Day Celebration and free breakfast (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) T Free entry to families every Sunday in February (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) T Families who join in February pay no joiner fee and kids are free* (up to $115 off )
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Come see why families have called the Langara Family YMCA their second home for more than 40 years. Langara Family YMCA 282 West 49th Avenue T: 604.324.9622 langaraymca.ca * Some restrictions apply. This offer is valid at the Langara Family YMCA and applies only to the first month’s dues. Offer valid on continuous family memberships only.