Helping older children to be safe

Updated: 30 September 2022

Manuela Leporesi
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  • Show children hazards that might hurt them, such as sharp objects and hot surfaces
  • Help children learn to swim, particularly if they live or play near deep water
  • Manage what children do on the internet
  • Ensure children use seatbelts in cars and wear a helmet on a two-wheeler
  • Encourage children to talk to a trusted adult, such as if they feel threatened, bullied, hurt or unsafe
  • Talk to children about tobacco, drugs and alcohol and the dangers of using them

 

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