Three Scald Prevention Tips
Hot water is a hazard not covered by your ADT alarm system that often goes unnoticed in homes. But it takes only a second to be scalded in a home accident. Use caution and follow these home safety tips to help prevent scalds:
- Set the temperature: Set the temperature of your hot water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Test tub water: Always run your hand through bathtub water to check it’s a safe temperature before getting in or placing your child in it.
- Install special spouts: Buy specially made tub spout and shower heads that help prevent burns by turning off the water flow if the water reaches a temperature that can lead to burns.
- Cook safely: Keep children away from the stove, use oven mitts and turn pot handles toward the back of the stove while cooking. Be careful when sipping hot drinks and drink out of a container with a tight-fitting lid.
