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Step 1
Warn children not to swallow or fill their mouths with pool or decorative fountain water. Illnesses can spread through water, even in properly maintained pools.
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Step 2
Ban children from diving into a swimming pool, regardless of the water's depth. Diving always presents a safety concern, and with groups of people around at a holiday gathering, it can be more difficult to ensure diving safety.
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Step 3
Swim only in familiar areas. When swimming in a new area, or one where you cannot see the bottom, have an adult assess the depth and safety before allowing any children to enter the water.
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Step 4
Cover up kids with sunscreen to prevent sunburn. Apply repeatedly throughout the day.
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Step 5
Remember your child's sunglasses just as you do your own. Like sunscreen, eyewear is another important element in protecting sun damage.
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Step 6
Check heads, bodies and clothing for ticks after time spent outdoors, especially in wooded areas.
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Step 7
Be sure to cook your food thoroughly. Keep foods at their proper temperature and do not leave them sitting out for long periods of time.
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Step 8
Keep matches, lighters and all fireworks away from children. Make sure they stay far away from the person lighting the explosives.
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Step 9
Soak used fireworks in a bucket of water to remove any chance of sparks or burns. Dispose of all fireworks property and return matches to safekeeping.
