First aid for burn injuries:

First aid for burn injuries:

What can you do to help reduce the effects of a burn injury?

·         Ensure that all adults in the household know and understand proper first aid.

·         Teach children the general first aid principles.

First aid:

If on fire:

·         Stop, Drop, Cover and Roll

·         Smother the flames with a blanket

·         Move away from heat source

Protect your own safety at all times

For all burns apply cold running water:

·         For at least 20 minutes

·         If running water not available, wet 2 cloths and alternate them onto the burn every 2 minutes

·         Keep the rest of the body warm

Do NOT use ice, butter, creams, etc.

Remove clothing and jewellery

·         Clothing can hold heat on the burn

·         If swelling occurs jewellery can stop blood flow to the burn

Seek medical attention

·         For any burn bigger than 20c piece size, or that blisters

·         If there are any concerns