health

Prevention is one of the most important aspects of burn care, as public
health doctors estimate that 75 percent of burns are preventable.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend the following
preventive steps:

• Install smoke detectors in the home and check their batteries
  regularly.
• Teach small children about fire safety, including the dangers of
  matches and fireworks.
• Set the household water heater at 120°F (49°C) or lower to prevent
  accidental scalding in the tub or shower.
• Keep small children from climbing up on the stove; turn the handles
  of pots and frying pans toward the back of the stove to prevent
  children from grabbing them.
• Place fire extinguishers in key locations in the home and workplace.
• Keep electrical appliances in good repair and keep electrical cords
  off the floor.
• Practice fire escape routes in the home, school, and workplace.