Stay one step ahead of your developing child: Child accident prevention

Practical, interactive safety training for parents and carers of under‑5s

Keeping young children safe at home can feel daunting – especially when they’re curious, quick, and learning something new every day.

Our online session gives you clear, simple guidance on how to prevent serious accidents and how to respond with confidence if something does happen.

Why this training matters

While minor bumps and bruises are part of growing up, accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injury in young children.

Luckily, most are preventable with the right knowledge. This short, interactive course helps you understand:

• What the most serious home accidents are for under‑5s
• The key risk factors that increase the chance of injury
• The most effective, practical steps you can take straight away to reduce these risks
• What immediate first aid to give to stop an injury from becoming more serious

You’ll leave the session feeling more confident, more prepared, and better equipped to keep your child safe at home.

What the session covers

In just 1.5 hours, you’ll learn about:

1. The most serious home accidents for under‑5s

You’ll learn about the real risks – not the myths – including:

• Falls
• Burns
• Choking, suffocation and strangulation
• Poisoning
• Drowning
• Toy and product safety.

For each accident type, we’ll share simple, evidence‑based tips to prevent incidents from happening in the first place.

2. First aid that makes a difference

We’ll cover the essential first aid that can stop a minor accident becoming a major one, including:

• What to do if a child chokes
• How to treat burns quickly and correctly
• When to seek medical help
• How to stay calm and act effectively in the moment.

This is practical, parent-friendly first aid – no jargon, no unnecessary detail, just what you really need to know.

3. Where to find more support and resources

We’ll show you how to easily access trusted, practical information on our website, including:

• Safety fact sheets
• Videos
• Seasonal hazard updates
• Resources you can share with family or childcare providers.

Interaction and discussion

This course is not a lecture. There will be plenty of opportunity for interactive activities and discussion. You’ll have the chance to:

• Join in guided activities
• Share your experiences (if you want to)
• Ask questions throughout the session
• Learn from other parents and carers.

Whether you prefer using your microphone or typing in the chat, every contribution is welcome.

Who should attend?

This session is ideal for:

• Parents
• Grandparents
• Carers / guardians
• Foster carers
• Anyone regularly looking after children under 5

No previous first aid or safety knowledge required.

By the end of the session, you will:

✔ Understand the biggest risks in the home
✔ Know how to prevent the most serious accidents
✔ Feel more confident responding to an emergency
✔ Have access to trusted safety resources
✔ Know the latest advice to keep your child safe