Safety & First Aid

Practical guidance for preventing injuries and acting quickly when something happens. If you believe your child is in immediate danger, call 911.

Injuries and emergencies

First Aid for Common Injuries

Head Injuries and Concussion

Burns and Scalds

Choking in Children

Animal Bites and Scratches

Poisoning and Possible Ingestion

Home and everyday safety

Child Safety Checklist: Infants and Young Children

Home Fire, Carbon Monoxide, and Emergency Safety

Firearm Safety and Secure Storage

On the go and outdoors

Car Seats, Booster Seats, and Seat Belts

Bicycle, Scooter, Skateboard, and Helmet Safety

Playground and Trampoline Safety

Water Safety for Children

Sun Safety and Sunburn

Heat Illness in Children

Tick Bites and Possible Lyme Disease

Insect Bites and Stings

Sports Injuries in Children