This article has been brought to you by Slough Borough Council's Interim Senior EYFS Advisory Teacher, Karen Loft, for the attention of all schools and Early Years Settings.
Prevent Poisoning Accidents
Detergent capsules, cleaning products, everyday painkillers and prescription medicines all have the potential to cause serious harm if a small child gets hold of them.
For Child Safety Week we’re offering resources to help you get the message out to families:
Session plan
Our free dual-purpose flashcard and session plan supports you to run an engaging group discussion with parents about poisoning. With a visual aid, workshop outline and safety facts and tips to share.
Fact sheet
Read and share our bite-sized facts and safety tips on preventing poisoning.
Translated fact sheets
Download free poisoning fact sheets translated into five community languages for your work with local families.
Parents pack
Our new parents pack includes fact sheets on the main risk areas, plus activity sheets for children on road safety.