Child Safety Tips

Child Safety Tips – Keeping Our Young Ones Safe

Child safety is always a top priority. These essential tips can help protect your children at home, in public, and while travelling:

Supervision and Care

• Always keep children within sight and do not allow them to wander unsupervised.
• Only entrust children to responsible adults you know and trust.
• Never leave children under the supervision of other children.
• Do not leave children alone in a vehicle at any time.

Travelling Safely

• Ensure babies and young children are always secured in an appropriate car seat or with a seatbelt.
• Drive responsibly and avoid distractions.

Home Safety

• Child-proof your home or accommodation by keeping hazardous substances, sharp objects, and alcohol out of reach.
• Ensure all electrical wiring is safe.
• Secure swimming pools with an SABS-approved safety fence or safety net – ideally, both.
• Keep flashlights and batteries accessible in case of emergencies.

Outings and Public Places

• Before family outings, agree on simple safety rules – such as the “two giant steps” rule: children should remain within two large steps of you at all times.
• Remind children to always keep you in sight and call their attention back if they seem restless.
• Teach children what to do if they become separated:
• Look for a safe stranger, such as a parent with children or a shop assistant.
• For older children, agree on a meeting point in advance.
• Make sure they know your mobile number.
• Reinforce that they should never leave a mall or shop to search for you, no matter what anyone tells them.

Public Facilities and Groups

• Always bring young children into restrooms with you; choose well-lit facilities in high-traffic areas.
• Avoid leaving children alone in cinemas, play areas, or other public spaces.
• If older children go out without you, remind them to stay in groups. If approached by a stranger, they should shout, attract attention, and seek immediate help.

For further assistance, contact 24/7 Security Services:
info@24-7security.co.za / 011 444 2237