Kidsafe Northern Territory

29/06/2026

Celebrate Territory Day the Safe Way!

Children should never have access to fireworks and should always be closely supervised in areas where fireworks are being used. If you plan to purchase fireworks, make sure they are only bought from a licensed retailer and used according to safety guidelines.

If a burn injury does occur, remember that cool running water for 20 minutes is the best first aid.

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28/06/2026

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26/06/2026

Cooking with your children can be a wonderful way to connect, but it’s also one of the places where burns and scalds commonly happen at home.

If you’re involving children in the kitchen:
• Make sure tasks are age appropriate
• Keep children well away from hot surfaces, pots and appliances
• Always supervise closely when cooking is happening

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23/06/2026

Electric blankets can be helpful on cold winter nights, but they should never be left on while you’re asleep due to the risk of burns.

You can use an electric blanket before bed to warm the room or bedding but remember to turn it off and remove it before going to sleep.

Safer ways to keep babies and children warm include:
• Dressing them in warm, well fitted winter clothing
• Using extra blankets appropriate for their age
• Keeping the room at a safe, comfortable temperature using approved heating methods

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23/06/2026

Key drowning statistics that we all need to address 🛟
Lets make water safety our priority to make changes and save lives 🥰

21/06/2026

As the weather gets colder, warmer baths can feel extra comforting, but hot water can increase the risk of scald injuries, especially for children.

To help keep everyone safe:
• Always check the water temperature before getting into the bath
• Use a bath thermometer if you have one
• Turn on cold water first and last when filling the bath
• Set your home’s hot water delivery system to a maximum of 50°C
• Supervise children at all times in and around the bath

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20/06/2026

Have you checked when your hot water bottle expires?

Hot water bottles should be replaced every year. Even if they look fine on the outside, they can develop hidden cracks on the inside, increasing the risk of sudden leaks and serious burns.

For safer use:
• Avoid taking hot water bottles into bed
• Only use hot water bottles while you are awake
• Do not fill hot water bottles with boiling water

A quick check and a few simple changes can help keep everyone safe and warm this winter.

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18/06/2026

If noodles are a regular meal in your home, a few simple steps can help prevent painful burns and scalds 🍜.

To help keep little ones safe:
• Prepare hot noodles in the kitchen, away from children
• Let noodles cool before serving to your child
• Encourage children to eat at the table, not on the couch or over their lap

Small changes at mealtimes can make a big difference in keeping families safe.

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17/06/2026

17/06/2026

The NT Water Safety Strategy is a whole of community action plan aimed to reduce drowning and build water safe communities 🛟
Where do you sit in the wheel on page 6 ?
https://bit.ly/4vV2PF6 🛟