Topic: Hot water burns
Description
Scalds and burns from hot water can happen at bath time, as the result of a spilled cup of tea or coffee or during mealtimes when a hot stove, pots or pans can cause a burn.
Over a thousand children and older people are burns and scalds victims each year in Australia.
Never carry a child while drinking a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Never leave a child unattended in the bath.
Ensure your home has a properly installed and functioning hot water tempering device.
Always run the cold water tap first, and then slowly add the hot water.
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Last updated: 19th October, 2009
Review Date: 1st January, 2007
