1. Scald Burns Scald burns are the leading causes of burns. Scald burns are the leading causes of burns. Children under 5 years of age make up only about 6% of the Massachusetts population. Children under 5 years of age make up only about 6% of the Massachusetts population. In 2000, 62 of the 143 reported scald burns occurred in children less than 5 years of age. In 2000, 62 of the 143 reported scald burns occurred in children less than 5 years of age. Children who are 12 months old or younger account for the majority. Children who are 12 months old or younger account for the majority.

2. Scald Burns Hot beverages, cooking liquids, and tap water are most frequently the causes of scald burns. Hot beverages, cooking liquids, and tap water are most frequently the causes of scald burns. Hot water heaters: It only takes seconds of water exposure to create a significant scald burn at 150ºF. Hot water heaters: It only takes seconds of water exposure to create a significant scald burn at 150ºF. Hot water heaters should be set at 125 ºF or lower to ensure child safety. Hot water heaters should be set at 125 ºF or lower to ensure child safety.

3. Smoke Detectors Multiple smoke detectors Replace your smoke detector batteries at least twice a year Check monthly Daylight savings Do not remove your battery for another purpose

4. Smoke Detectors 50% reduction in fire fatalities since the introduction of smoke alarms into the home. 60% percent of fatal fires occur in homes without smoke alarms. A majority of deaths occurred as a result of dead or missing batteries. www.usfa.fema.gov