Child safety at home
What to do if your child has an accident
It's good to be familiar with what to do in some common accidents that could happen at home, when to call for help and who best to call.
If you're worried about your child and are not sure if they need medical help, call 111.
In an emergency always call 999.
Baby and child first aid
St John Ambulance has a range of videos to help you know what to do when an accident or emergency happens. Below are a few of these for you. For more information and advice on paediatric first aid visit the St John Ambulance page.
Further information
The NHS has lots of information on what to do if your child has an accident. This includes:
- Knowing when to call an ambulance or go to A&E
- Objects in ears/nose
- Cuts
- Burns
- Feeling faint or unwell after an accident
- Electrocution
- Broken bones