Golisano Children's Hospital / Child Safety / Seasonal Safety Seasonal Safety Holidays Fourth of July View fireworks from a safe distance Wear hearing protection Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa Make sure all decorative lighting is in working condition and there are no frayed wires, or loose connections as they are a fire hazard Do not leave candles or matches within a child’s reach Remove and supervise your child around potential choking hazards. Keep breakable items out of your child’s reach Halloween Use crosswalks, sidewalks and face traffic when walking where there are no sidewalks. Be attentive to surroundings, do not be distracted by electronic devices Costumes should be reflective and fit properly to prevent trips or falls Choose face paint instead of masks which can obstruct a child’s vision Summer Safety Sun Safety Wear sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 15 Avoid the heat and stay hydrated. Wear light weight clothing, sunglasses with UV protection and a hat for shade. Water Safety Children should be supervised by an adult at all times when in water –(pool, lake, etc.) Start swimming lessons early for children as it is a first step toward water safety. Remember, swim lessons don’t make kids “drown proof” Boating Safety Children under 12 must wear an approved personal floatation device (PFT) (Life Jacket) all times when boating - including kayaks, canoes and row boats. Winter Safety Frostbite This condition happens when the skin and outer tissues become frozen. Frostbite can occur on fingers, toes, ears and nose. Dress in layers to stay warm and dry. Wear a hat, scarf and gloves and keep ears covered. Dress babies in one more layer of clothing than an adults would wear in the same conditions Winter Sports Sledding Children should be supervised by an adult Never go down a hill face first or stand on a sled Sled feet first or sitting up, kept away from motor vehicles Best practice is to wear a helmet. Ice skating Ice skate on approved surfaces Wear protective gear including a helmet Skate in same direction as crowd