Summer holidays have started, which mainly children use for two months. However, in addition to the expected adventures, summer loves and welfare, many dangers, and injuries can be expected. This also applies to adults who go on vacation during these months, either alone or with their families.
As can be seen from the statistics of rescuers, firefighters or the police, there are a lot of injuries every year during summer holidays. Last July, the Central Bohemian rescuers recorded a total of 12,174 visits and in August 12,167, an increase of roughly one-fifth compared to other months.
Of course, the most threatened group is children. They are mostly inexperienced, they do not foresee what could happen and their injuries often occur within a second, but the consequences can be life-long. Therefore, they should learn to avoid risky situations. Injuries occur at home, outdoors and on roads.
The most common home injuries include burns with hot food, such as favorite grilling, drug poisoning or cleaning, electric shock or falling out of the window. A separate chapter is then a meeting with strangers. “Definitely the child should know that it should not open to unknown people and also not enter the elevator,” reminds police spokeswoman Monika.
Children’s traps are waiting outside even in gardens, playgrounds, and parks. For moving outdoors, it is worthwhile to observe certain principles, such as not touching syringes, old ammunition, walking on power lines and tracks, or collecting only known plants and fruits. “It is important for the children to know that they do not have to jump into the unknown water, because under the surface there may be stones. When riding a boat it is necessary to wear a life jacket with reflective material. In the storm, they must not be hiding under the tall trees, and they should never starve the unknown dogs, “warns the police spokesperson.
Holidays are also a time of trips, but parents should realize that a child can ride a bike alone on the roads for ten years. However, it is necessary to know the traffic regulations, signs, a properly fitted helmet on the head and the bike properly equipped. If it is driving on the road in the evening or in the dark, it is necessary to use reflective clothing with reflective fabric on it and lights. Different bags definitely do not belong to the handlebars, but to the carrier. Children should also be well aware of the rules of proper road crossing and of always being attached to the vehicle.