Overview

Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for children aged 1-14. Young children spend most of their time at home, making them more vulnerable to home injuries. Many of these injuries are preventable with proper education and safety measures. By addressing common household hazards, we can significantly reduce the risk of injury and create a safer living environment for children. The CHASE (Children’s Housing Assessment for a Safe Environment) protocol is a comprehensive tool designed to identify and mitigate injury risks in children’s homes. This course provides both families and health professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to prevent common home injuries through a structured approach. Each module covers a specific risk area, including carbon monoxide safety, falling furniture, fire safety, bathroom safety, window safety, stair safety, hot water safety, electrical safety, poison storage, and strangulation hazards. Assessors will learn about the risks, practical solutions, and engage in activities to ensure a safer living environment. Each module includes detailed training on assessing specific risks, using the CHASE tool effectively, and providing recommendations and interventions. Assessors will learn how to conduct thorough home inspections, provide educational materials, and facilitate necessary modifications to create safer homes for children. The course emphasizes the importance of proactive measures and equips participants with knowledge and tools to safeguard their homes effectively. Each module includes videos, readings, discussion prompts, and hands-on activities to ensure comprehensive understanding and practical application of the safety measures.

Syllabus

Introduction to Injury & CHASE
Carbon Monoxide Safety

This module provides educational materials on carbon monoxide safety, guidance for assessing home risks, and strategies to reduce exposure through effective modifications.

Preventing Falling Furniture

This module provides educational materials on the risks of furniture falling, guidance for assessing potential furniture hazards in the home, and strategies to secure furniture for enhanced safety.

Fire Safety and Escape

This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify fire risks, assess potential hazards in homes, and implement strategies to prevent fires and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fire prevention and fire safety education.

Bathroom Safety

This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify bathroom safety risks, assess potential hazards in bathrooms, and implement strategies to prevent falls and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fall prevention and bathroom safety education.

Window Safety

This module provides assessors with the knowledge and skills to identify window fall risks, assess potential hazards in the home, and implement strategies to prevent falls and enhance safety. Assessors will also learn about tools and techniques for fall prevention and window falls safety education.

Stair Safety

This module provides educational materials on stair safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with staircases, and strategies to reduce fall hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper lighting, handrails, and other safety features in preventing stair-related injuries.

Hot Water Safety

This module provides educational materials on hot water safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with hot water systems, and strategies to reduce scalding hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper water temperature settings, and other safety measures in preventing hot water-related injuries.

Electrical Safety

This module provides educational materials on electrical safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with electrical systems in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper wiring, and other safety features in preventing electrical injuries.

Poison Storage

This module provides educational materials on poison storage safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with unsafe storage practices in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications. Assessors will also learn about the importance of proper storage techniques, child-proofing methods, and other safety measures to prevent unintentional poisonings.

Window cord Safety

This module provides educational materials on window cord safety, guidance for assessing risks associated with window safety in the home, and strategies to reduce hazards through effective modifications.

Stair Gates

This module provides educational materials on stairgate safety, guidance for assessing risks in the home, and strategies to reduce injuries through correct installation, usage, and maintenance. Participants will learn to identify common hazards, recommend safe practices, and emphasize the importance of stairgates as a key injury prevention measure.

Protruding Nails

This module provides educational materials on protruding nail safety, guidance for assessing risks in the home, and strategies to mitigate hazards through effective repairs and modifications. Assessors will also learn the importance of regular inspections, proper repair techniques, and proactive maintenance to prevent injuries caused by exposed nails.