Water activities, holidays, new toys, travel and festive celebrations are what make summer-time so exciting for children and adults alike. Unfortunately, these factors can also increase children's risk of injury.
18 November 2008
Kidsafe WA's Seasonal Safety Campaign focuses on
different injury issues throughout the year in order to raise community
awareness of child injury. The summer campaign "Holiday Safety - Stay Safe this
Summer" will run from December 2008 to February 2009. The campaign focuses on four
key components of summer that can be hazardous:
1. Water activities
2. Toys,
play and recreation
3. Travel
4. Festive celebrations
Injury is the leading cause of death for Australian children aged one to fourteen, accounting for nearly half of all deaths in this age group. However, most injuries can be prevented: Child Safety is no Accident.
Kidsafe WA has produced a variety of resources promoting Summer Holiday Safety. To access these resources and help keep kids safe this summer, contact Kidsafe WA on 93408509, email kidsafe@kidsafewa.com.au, or visit the Kidsafe WA website.
