Written By: Sameer Jha | Updated : November 11, 2015 9:49 AM IST
Diwali celebrations are not complete without distributing sweets and bursting crackers. While adults are busy mingling with relatives and friends, kids can t do without firecrackers. But this is the time when you need to be extra careful with your kids. As any severe accident often mars the mood of celebration, and in the case of a serious injury, the entire family mourns while the world celebrates. Since prevention is better than cure, here are some tips to keep your children safe.
1. Do not wear synthetic or loose clothing
Synthetic, loose or nylon clothing can easily catch fire in case of a mishap. Sometimes, when a child wears loose clothing like a kurta, a part of it catches fire from a diya or a cracker and before the child knows it the fire is too bad to be contained or doused and this results in serious burns.
2. Keep a close watch and tell them to burn crackers from a distance
Children, especially some young boys see Diwali as a time to display daredevilry. And, in trying to one-up their friend in being edgy, they often try bursting crackers in their hands or from a close distance. It is sad and tragic when this bravery leads to accidents. It s better if an adult is always present whenever children are bursting crackers so as to ensure that they are doing it safely. If you suffer from any burns or injuries, here are some simple tips to handle injuries this season.
3. Avoid dangerous crackers like rockets, etc.
These rockets are costly and produce fascinating effects in the sky. However, they sometimes injure other people whose only fault is to be at the wrong spot at the wrong time. Stray animals to get injured because of these crackers.
4. Do not burst crackers at a crowded place
Not only does this cause inconvenience to people who are not interested in crackers, it also causes them injury for no fault of theirs. Tell your children to burst crackers at a place which does not block the way for people. Places like the entrance of a building, a crowded road or stairs should strictly be avoided. Did you know staying away from loud crackers helps you in many ways?
5. Do not make your child go on top of terraces
Rockets are often launched from the ground, and they sometimes diffuse midway or change their path and do not burst in the sky. Unless your child is The One from The Matrix, they ll not be able to dodge a shooting rocket.
6. Wear good shoes
Wearing good shoes will ensure that your child doesn t burn his/her feet by walking on a half-burning cracker. You should also tell your child to watch their step and not run around in excitement. Wondering what will happen if you wear the wrong shoes? Read this!
7. Keep first aid ready
In case some mishap happens, you should keep a bucket of water, a bag of sand, antiseptic creams to treat burns, bandages and ice ready. Immediately apply ice on the affected area and if the injury is serious, rush to the hospital at the earliest. And last but not the least, here are tips for a safe and healthy Diwali.
Remember, Diwali is a celebration of Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya from exile. It s assumed that with its arrival, good wealth will come to a house. Modern crackers like rockets, if you think about it, has nothing to do with the festival. Keeping your child safe will ensure a happy time. All of us from www.thehealthsite.com wish you a happy and prosperous Diwali.
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