Civil protection: the need to exercise caution and caution during the holidays – the Algerian dialogue

In a statement, the General Directorate of Civil Protection stressed the need to exercise caution and caution in anticipation of the blessed Eid Al-Fitr celebration, and in view of the accidents that are recorded during each year of the holiday period, especially domestic accidents (suffocation, obstruction of the respiratory tract, serious wounds (cutting with a sharp object), In addition to burns, as well as fires and traffic accidents, the General Directorate of Civil Protection organizes a preventive awareness campaign to raise awareness of all these dangers.

And the Civil Protection Services recommend – according to the statement – to raise the levels of caution and caution, and adhere to preventive measures, because the majority of accidents occur at the kitchen level due to the presence of various equipment and means that are a source of danger, such as cooking appliances, frying oil, mixing devices, knives, and various materials. Cleaning or dangerous materials…etc.

On the other hand, the same interests recommended that different children’s toys are a significant danger during the Eid period, and to limit and minimize the victims resulting from the purchase and use of various types of toys (toys with toy batteries, emitting sounds, toys in the shape of animals, in the form of food, etc… ), The General Directorate of Civil Protection calls on all citizens, especially parents, to raise the degree of caution and caution due to the danger and misuse of these games as well. The use of these games must be done in accordance with the following safety guidelines:

The toys must be suitable for the age of the child, as old toys intended for children may contain small pieces or parts that make them dangerous to young children.

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Priority must be given to games on which factory or importer data appear.

Always supervise children when they are playing, and show them how to use toys safely

Toy packaging, such as bags, plastic wrap, nails, and zippers, should be removed and disposed of quickly, as these items pose a choking hazard to children.

Keep all toys, especially soft toys, away from heat sources, as they can start fires and cause injury or property damage.

The condition of toys must always be monitored, that they do not pose a danger to children such as broken parts and pieces, sharp edges, worn out toys must be repaired or disposed of

Young children, especially those under the age of three, often put things in their mouths. Lead to suffocation or poisoning when eaten, including small toys, balls and small or broken pieces. It must be kept out of their reach.

You should avoid buying toys with long ropes because they are sufficient to wrap around the child’s neck and suffocate him, especially the elastic or sticky ropes. Make sure that the toy does not contain sharp edges or ends, because they pose a risk of serious injury.

The General Directorate of Civil Protection called on citizens to adhere to the rules of the Traffic Law, to avoid excessive speed and dangerous violations, and not to use a mobile phone while driving, and the need to wear a helmet when driving for motorcycle users.

And the same interests, in the event of any emergency or accident, set a green number 1021 or the emergency number 14, specifying the exact nature of the accident and the address.