In modern life, it is not uncommon for children to be left in cars. This is an extremely dangerous situation that can lead to serious consequences if not handled promptly. Therefore, equipping children with escape skills when locked in a car is extremely necessary.
The danger of children being locked in cars is greater.
When children are locked in a car, the situation can become extremely dangerous and even deadly. One of the biggest dangers is the rapid increase in temperature inside the car. According to research, in hot conditions, the temperature inside a car can increase by more than 40 degrees Celsius higher than the outside temperature in just 10 minutes. Even when the outside temperature is 30 degrees Celsius, the temperature inside the car can reach 70 degrees Celsius.
This significant increase in temperature causes rapid dehydration, which is especially dangerous for children. Dehydration in children occurs 3 to 5 times faster than in adults. This means that the younger the child, the greater the risk of being locked in a car.
Initially, when children realize they are locked in a car, they may panic and try to find a way to get out. However, during this process, the amount of time children can remain alert and responsive will decrease rapidly due to dehydration and high temperatures. When the body can no longer take it, children will fall into a state of weakness and lose the ability to save themselves.
This danger comes not only from the heat, but also from the child’s mental panic. When panicked, children lose the ability to think logically and act effectively. As a result, the time to send a distress signal or find a way to free yourself will be shortened.
Promote the role of parents and adults
To prevent these unfortunate situations, special attention is needed from parents and adults. First of all, never leave children alone in a car, no matter how short the time. If you must leave your vehicle, make sure an adult stays behind to supervise.
Expert Tony Coffey guides children on how to escape if left in a car.
In addition, it is also necessary to propagate and educate the community about the risks of children being locked in cars, so that everyone is more aware and vigilant.
Skills children need to learn
1. Understanding Dangerous Situations
Children need to be educated about the dangerous situations that can occur when locked in a vehicle. This includes understanding that temperatures inside a vehicle can rise very quickly, leading to the risk of heat stroke and other serious health problems.
2. Using Items in the Car
One of the most important skills is knowing how to use the items available in the car to escape.
Open the safety latch on the car door.
Some cars and buses have emergency exits. Children should be instructed in how to identify and use these doors if necessary. This can help the child escape quickly and safely. Children can try to unlatch and open the door with the doorknob.
Use the escape hammer
Children can use an emergency car hammer to break the car windows and escape. Emergency hammers are commonly found on buses.
Remove the headrest from the seat and use the sharp end to break the car window.
If a hammer is not available, the child can find other hard objects in the car to do this. For example, remove the headrest of the car seat and use the sharp end to break the car window.
3. Attract Attention
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In case they cannot escape on their own, children need to know how to attract the attention of those around them. This may include honking the car horn, banging on the windows, or screaming loudly so that bystanders can hear and come to help.
4. Early and Regular Education
Parents can organize practice sessions to simulate situations so that children can become more familiar and confident when facing real situations. Education on escape skills should begin early, as soon as children are old enough to understand and follow instructions. This not only helps children protect themselves, but also gives parents peace of mind knowing that their children are fully equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. This is not only the responsibility of parents but also part of child safety education. Start today to ensure your child is safe in every situation.
SSVN Survival Skills cooperates with the Children’s Survival Program to guide parents and children on how to escape when left in a car.
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