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Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
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Hot water burns from kettle scalds are preventable. The Kettle Strap is an affordable and acceptable device that improves kettle safety in homes, reducing burn injuries in toddlers.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric burn prevention
  • Public health interventions
  • Child safety devices

Background:

  • Extensive hot water burns (HWB) are a common and preventable injury among toddlers, particularly those from low socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Kettle scalds are the primary cause of these severe burn injuries.
  • Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital (RCWMCH) frequently treats these cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the acceptability and functionality of the Kettle Strap, a novel safety device for kettles.
  • To gather feedback for a public awareness campaign aimed at reducing kettle-related thermal injuries.
  • To inform the Child Accident Prevention Foundation of Southern Africa and ChildSafe initiatives.

Main Methods:

  • A trial involving 50 caregivers of children at RCWMCH, divided into two groups: 25 with previous kettle-related burns and 25 without.
Keywords:
Burn preventionKettle cordPediatric burnsScald injury

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  • Participants received a Kettle Strap and instructions for installation and use.
  • Telephonic interviews were conducted at 1 month and 1 year post-distribution to assess acceptability and functionality.

    • Main Results:

    • Caregivers found the Kettle Strap easy to install and believed it would prevent burns.
    • High rates of continued use and perceived protection were reported at 1-month follow-up.
    • After 1 year, 22 of 30 available participants were still using the device, with many informing others about burn safety.

    Conclusions:

    • The Kettle Strap is a user-friendly, cost-effective device for enhancing household kettle safety.
    • The device shows promise in reducing the incidence of hot water burns in young children.
    • Community engagement and awareness are key components of burn prevention strategies.