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… Crib Safety On this page: Overview Overview What are crib safety standards? Strict guidelines for crib construction … help prevent many injuries. If a crib doesn't meet current safety standards, your baby may be injured. A properly …
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… Playground Safety On this page: Overview Overview … have hazards that can cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play … helmet. Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Preventing Children's Injuries …
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… Summer food safety Last updated October 29, 2024 Summer is a time for … melt and can transfer bacteria from one food to another Clean Wash your hands, the cooking utensils and surfaces … you can Wash the inside of your cooler at home before and after each use Wash vegetables, fruit and fresh herbs under …
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… Food Safety: Preparing On this page: Overview … Rinse your hands well under running water. Use a clean towel to dry your hands, or air-dry your hands. You … on your hands. When to wash your hands Wash your hands after: Touching bare human body parts other than clean hands …
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… Safety tips for swimmers Last updated February 17, 2023 … Signs and rules are there to protect you and to keep pools clean and germ-free. Walk, do not run Never run on the pool … is a lifeguard. Play carefully If you lost consciousness after hitting your head against pool walls or rocks, you …
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… Sun safety for children Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … on the package and reapply every couple of hours, after swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and … them if they are out of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and heat? Yes. …
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… Child Safety: Fires On this page: Overview … flammable liquids. "C" is for electrical fires. Check and clean appliances regularly. Replace cords when needed. Use … room. Have your fireplace and chimney inspected yearly and cleaned as needed. Be careful with lit candles. Always …
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… Food Safety: Storing On this page: Overview … Use safe containers. Always store food in leak-proof, clean containers with tight-fitting lids. Store canned foods … But the can must be in good condition and stored in a cool, clean, dry place. Check cans for damage. Do not keep canned …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview … Use flea-, tick-, and worm-control programs. Keep pet areas clean. Dispose of all pet waste immediately. Keep litter … they eat, sleep, or are with their babies. Wash your hands after touching pets or pet items. Don't pet unknown dogs or …
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… Tattoo and Piercing Safety On this page: Overview Overview … studio. Look for or ask about the following: Is it clean? The entire studio, including the washroom, should be clean. Do the tattoo or piercing artists follow these steps …
