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1. In the past 5 years, 3000 children in SA died as
a result of drowning alone.
How to Respond in a
CHILDCARE EMERGENCY
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RESPOND APPROPRIATELY2
Be prepared for any emergency!
The child, his/her parents, and
other children who witnessed the
incident may require emotional
support and/or counselling to
deal with the incident.
Do this as soon as you have done everything you can
to help the child. If necessary, call the emergency
services before calling the child's parents.
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NOTIFY THE CHILD'S
PARENTS/PRIMARY CAREGIVERS
PROVIDE THE NECESSARY
ASSISTANCE AFTER THE INCIDENT
AND MOST IMPORTANTLY:
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Such as when a child:
Ingests a toxic substance, sustains a burn wound,
chokes, or drowns
www.health24.com (2012)
SO WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IN AN EMERGENCY?
Did You Know?
STAY CALM AND ASSESS THE
SITUATION
Determine how serious the situation
is, and what your options are.
For example: If a child is choking,
provide the necessary First Aid.
Where possible, make sure that any
other children present are under the
supervision of another adult.