Last updated by charlotte.lang@essex.gov.uk on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

According to data from Public Health England 80% of accidents to under 5s happen at home, and one child dies each week from an accident at home.

But prevention doesn't need to be complicated - check out the advice from the Child Accident Prevention Trust covering topics such as choking, burns and falls to button battery and water safety, there are also some useful resources on Dog Safety.