Child Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity

Doctors are warning parents about the dangers of magnets as new data shows that hundreds of children in the UK have been hospitalised after accidentally swallowing them. Learn more: capt.org.uk/doctors-warn-o… @unisouthampton @SouthamptonBRC @SotonChildHosp

We tend to think ‘If I can buy it for my child, it must be safe’. But sadly, that isn’t always true. To help you spot which products to avoid this summer we’ve highlighted some of the big risks and top tips for shopping safely online. 👉 capt.org.uk/6-dangerous-pr… #ChildSafety

Camping is a great way to spend quality time as a family and make lasting memories. Tips to ensure your camping trip is remembered for all the right reasons: capt.org.uk/staying-safe-o… #ChildSafety #StaySafeThisSummer

Choosing bright swimwear can make your child easier to see when they go underwater. That doesn’t mean you can relax completely. Drowning happens quickly and quietly. So, actively supervise children in and around water. #WorldDrowningPreventionDay #DrowningPrevention

One child under 10 is admitted to hospital every day after falling from a building – mainly from open windows or balconies. And worryingly, these accidents peak in the summer months. Help us to keep children safe by sharing our free resources. 👉capt.org.uk/resource-topic…

It can take just 15 seconds for a young child to lose consciousness if they get tangled in a blind cord. And sadly they can die in just a few minutes. Make your blind cord safe, secure it on a cleat hook or use a tensioner. Learn more: capt.org.uk/blind-cords/ #ChildSafety

Some reusable water balloons contain high-strength magnets which pop out easily. Strong magnets like these can rip through a child’s gut if swallowed, causing very serious and even life-threatening injuries. Learn more about magnet dangers: capt.org.uk/magnet-safety/

Like grapes, lollipops are the perfect size and shape to completely block a small child’s airway. The hard sweet can come off the stick and choke a child. This happens silently and if you’re not watching you might not even notice. 👉More choking tips: capt.org.uk/choking-preven…

Suspected poisoning is one of the most common reasons for young children to be taken to A&E. Please read and share our top tips to keep children safe. #ChildSafety #ChildHealth @BitrexGlobal

There’s something about accidents happening on holiday which is especially cruel. That's why we've pulled together some top tips to keep families safe. 👉 capt.org.uk/staying-safe-o… #ChildSafety #SummerSafety #WaterSafety #AccidentPrevention

A dad is warning about the dangers of beach BBQs after his toddler burned his feet on hot sand, six hours after the family cooked. It’s a timely reminder that even if you safely remove a BBQ, the ground can stay hot enough to burn for a long time. 👉 bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Do you want a free @BitrexGlobal Taste Test kit for your sessions on poisoning with parents? It’s a great ice-breaker and gives parents the chance to taste the bitterest substance on earth, then eat milk chocolate, all in aid of poisoning prevention. 👉 capt.org.uk/resources/bitr…

Have you seen our summer safety page with top tips on how to prevent serious injury this Summer? Please read and share with the families you work with: 👉 capt.org.uk/focus-on-summe… #ChildSafety #ChildHealth #SummerSafety

Many swim vests, life jackets and buoyancy aids sold on online marketplaces come from abroad and haven’t been safety tested to our standards. This makes them a serious drowning risk. Learn more: capt.org.uk/6-dangerous-pr…

In the warmer months, it’s great to open windows and balcony doors and let the fresh air in. But children can and, too often, do fall out of windows or from balconies and suffer serious injuries. Download our free guide on preventing falls: capt.org.uk/resources/free…

Looking for inspiration and ideas on how to engage families at community events in your area? See how one practitioner brought child safety to life at her event in Manchester. 👉 capt.org.uk/top-tips-child… #ChildSafety #ChildHealth #AccidentPrevention

With the long summer holiday and cost-of-living pressures, we’re all looking for cheap toys to entertain the children. But please remember, many cheap toys from online marketplaces come from abroad and haven’t been safety tested. Learn more: capt.org.uk/buy-safe-toys

Whilst the warm summer weather brings lots of opportunities for fun in the sun there are also additional hazards for our little people. That's why we’ve created a summer safety display pack. Simply download, print and display in your setting: capt.org.uk/resources/summ…

Going away soon? When travelling with young children it’s always worth taking a quick look for any potential dangers in your accommodation when you arrive. 👉 capt.org.uk/staying-safe-o… #ChildSafety #BabySafety

Sadly, we often hear stories of children who received horrific burns from hot drinks whilst out and about. If you’re visiting somewhere that serves hot drinks please keep safety in mind. 👉More tips: capt.org.uk/resources/safe… #BeBurnsAware #ChildSafety

Doctors are worried that the number of children swallowing magnets in the UK is on the rise. They have seen many teens and tweens who have tried to create a fake tongue piercing using two magnetic balls and accidentally swallowed them. Learn more: capt.org.uk/magnet-safety/