Burn Prevention

Prevent burns and scalds in the kitchen:

Place objects so that they cannot be pulled down or
knocked over.
Turn the pot handles away from the stove’s edge.
Use dry oven mitts or potholders. Hot cookware can heat
moisture in a potholder or hot pad, resulting in a scald burn.
Wear short, close-fitting, or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking.
Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove.

General first aid for burns and scalds:

Treat a burn right away by putting it in cool water. Cool
the burn for three to five minutes.
Cover burn with a clean, dry cloth. Do not apply creams,
ointments, sprays or other home remedies.
Remove all clothing, diapers, jewelry and metal from the
burned area. These can hide underlying burns and retain
heat, which can increase skin damage.