Safety Information

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Car crashes are a leading cause of injury and death to children. Car seats, booster seats, and seat belts are highly effective at reducing the risks if they are used correctly. Unfortunately, the vast majority of children in Maine are not transported safety. 

In Maine, children under the age of 16 are required to wear a properly fitted bike helmet.  There are so many great reasons to ride your bike: It offers fun, freedom and exercise, and it's good for the environment. We want kids and families to ride their bikes as much as possible. 

 When you think of places where kids are around water, you may think of recreational areas such as pools, lakes and oceans. But have you thought about the areas in your home where kids can get into water? Use these tips for water safety at home, whether your kids are in bathtubs, backyard pools or around buckets. 

 At least one child dies from a home fire every day. In one hour, about 16 children will sustain injuries from fires or burns. Of all fire-related deaths, 88% are due to home fires which spread rapidly through the home, leaving families little time to escape. 

 Home is a place to relax, play and enjoy spending time with family. Of course, accidents happen, and there will be minor scrapes and bruises along the way, especially as kids grow and discover new things. And that’s OK. The problem is the more serious injuries that are often completely preventable.

 We need to take extra precautions when kids are in an environment where guns are present. Children as young as 3 years old may be strong enough to pull the trigger of a handgun. Three out of four children living in a house with a gun know where the gun is, even when their parents think they don’t know.