Safety

Accidents unfortunately bring many children to medical attention. We do our best to prevent accidents and the injuries that result- wearing helmets while biking for example. Some accidents can have disastrous consequences, including motor vehicle collisions, poison ingestions, drowning. Here is some important safety information.

• Cars
  • Car Seats – General Guidelines (MGH)
    
  • Car Seats – Is this seat safe? (AAP)
    
  • Car and Equipment Safety (US Dept. of Transportation)
    
  • Find a CPS Technician to install or check your car seat (Child Passenger Safety Program)
  • Safe Driving for Teens (AAP)
    
  • Sample Safe Driving Agreement (AAP)
    
• Bicycles (and other things with wheels)
  • All children (and adults) should wear helmets (AAP)
    
• Poisoning & Accidental Ingestions
  • Childproofing Checklist
    
  • When in doubt, contact us or call the Poison Control Number: 1.800.222.1222
• Outdoors: Sun, Insect and Water Safety
  • Swim Lessons and Water Safety Tips (AAP)
    
  • Insect Repellents Guide (AAP)
    
  • Sunscreen and Sun Safety (AAP)