熱水燙傷

It only takes one second to get a deep burn in hot water when the water temperature is at 70°C. The Hot Water Burns Like Fire campaign aims to limit water temperatures in all homes to 43-45°c.

Since 2010 there has been a legal requirement in England & Wales, and in Scotland since 2006, to limit bathing outlet temperatures in all new homes to 48°C. The fitting of special valves, called thermostatic devices, is a relatively simple way of ensuring that water flows at a temperature into sinks and baths to ensure that both the risk of disease and scalding can be eradicated.

The risk of legionella is the reason why our hot water has to be heated to high levels – the need for industrial, academic, medical, regulatory and social organisations to work together to raise awareness and work towards a solution in order that water is delivered at a safe temperature into our sink or bath, is an on-going requirement.

Whether your child loves it or hates it, there’s no avoiding bath time. A baby’s skin is thinner than an adult’s so hot water can pose a real danger. If the bath water is too hot this can cause a significant burn injury to a child that can lead to years of treatment and life long scarring.