Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for children aged 1-14. Young children spend most of their time at home, making them more vulnerable to home injuries. Many of these injuries are preventable with proper education and safety measures. By addressing common household hazards, we can significantly reduce the risk of injury and create a safer living environment for children.
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January 2025
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There are 14 modules in this course
What's included
3 videos3 readings
This module provides educational materials on carbon monoxide safety, guidance for assessing home risks, and strategies to reduce exposure through effective modifications.
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1 video6 readings1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module provides educational materials on the risks of furniture falling, guidance for assessing potential furniture hazards in the home, and strategies to secure furniture for enhanced safety.
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1 video5 readings1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify fire risks, assess potential hazards in homes, and implement strategies to prevent fires and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fire prevention and fire safety education.
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1 video4 readings1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify bathroom safety risks, assess potential hazards in bathrooms, and implement strategies to prevent falls and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fall prevention and bathroom safety education.
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2 videos9 readings2 discussion prompts1 plugin
This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify window fall risks, assess potential hazards in the home, and implement strategies to prevent falls and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fall prevention and window falls safety education.
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1 video5 readings2 discussion prompts
This module provides educational materials on stair safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with staircases, and strategies to reduce fall hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper lighting, handrails, and other safety features in preventing stair-related injuries.
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5 videos12 readings1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module provides educational materials on hot water safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with hot water systems, and strategies to reduce scalding hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper water temperature settings, and other safety measures in preventing hot water-related injuries.
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1 video5 readings2 discussion prompts
This module provides educational materials on electrical safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with electrical systems in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper wiring, and other safety features in preventing electrical injuries.
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2 videos5 readings2 discussion prompts1 plugin
This module provides educational materials on poison storage safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with unsafe storage practices in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper storage techniques, child-proofing methods, and other safety measures to prevent unintentional poisonings.
What's included
1 video5 readings2 discussion prompts1 plugin
This module provides educational materials on window cord safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with window safety in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications.
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1 video5 readings2 discussion prompts1 plugin
This module provides educational materials on stairgate safety, guidance for assessing risks in the home, and strategies to reduce injuries through correct installation, usage, and maintenance. Participants will learn to identify common hazards, recommend safe practices, and emphasize the importance of stairgates as a key injury prevention measure.
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2 readings2 discussion prompts2 plugins
This module provides educational materials on protruding nail safety, guidance for assessing risks in the home, and strategies to mitigate hazards through effective repairs and modifications. Assessors will also learn the importance of regular inspections, proper repair techniques, and proactive maintenance to prevent injuries caused by exposed nails.
What's included
1 video4 readings2 discussion prompts
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1 reading
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