Child Safety in the Home
Child Safety in the Home
The NIDirect Government Services website has information on "Child Safety in The Home" which provides information about child safety covering subjects such as:
- Blind cord safety
- Choking
- Fire safety advice
- Guarding children against trips and falls
- Keeping children safe during a flood
- Burns and Scalds
- Poisonous substances
- Leaving children at home alone
- Trampoline Safety
CSE Leaflet for Parents/Carers
Child Sexual Exploitation
Barnardo's have produced a leaftlet for parents and carers providing information on Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Child Sexual Exploitation.
Coping with 'Self Harm'
Coping with Self Harm - A Parents/Carers Guide (Developed by Researchers at the University of Oxford)
This guide was developed by Researchers at the University of Oxford from talking to parents and carers of young people and is aimed at helping parents, carers, other family members and friends cope when a young person is self-harming. It includes information on the nature and causes of self-harm, how to support a young person when facing this problem and what help is available.
Dog Safety
#DogSafety Leading animal welfare organisations have teamed up to produce a shareable infographic to encourage safe interactions with dogs.
Due to several tragic dog attack fatalities, it’s paramount that families are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to enjoy spending time with their dogs safely.
The Canine and Feline Sector Group Dog Safety Code highlights three crucial messages that all dog owners and families need to know:
- Be alert – Always keep an eye on your dog around kids. Never leave them alone together
- Be aware – Dogs use signals to tell us how they feel – What is your dog telling you?
- Be safe – Any dog can bite. Accidents happen fast.
More information can be found at: https://www.cfsg.org.uk/dog-safety/
