Let's get through this Purim without injuries, okay?
A child in disguise (Photo: Reuven Castro)
Unfortunately, every year, along with the joy of Purim, children injured by the use of jumpers and explosives arrive in the emergency room.
Parents and children often see explosives as an innocent and fun game to use, but the truth is that using explosives of all kinds can easily lead to actual injuries, finger amputations, eye injuries, hand burns and exploding pants pockets.
It is important to know that this is an explosive material for all intents and purposes, therefore the safety recommendation of an organization prior to child safety is to completely avoid the use of all types of dangerous toys.
According to data from the organization Before Children's Safety, in the last decade, 230 children came to the emergency room with injuries as a result of the use of explosives.
Of the total cases of referrals to the emergency room, 70 cases were of children under the age of 10. The data also shows that 40 percent of the total injuries were eye injuries, and 20 percent were hand injuries.
Distribution and use is prohibited.
Explosive (Photo: ShutterStock)
How do we distinguish which toys are dangerous to use?
In the Ministry of Economy and Industry, dangerous toys are defined as toys the use of which may cause bodily harm, endanger public health or cause harassment and panic (due to the noise of the explosion), stimulation, image and weapons that are similar in shape to real weapons.
There are also products that are not allowed for sale and distribution and are prohibited from use.
The inter-ministerial committee for dangerous toys distinguishes between products that are prohibited for sale and use and those that are permitted.
Toys that are allowed to be used are marked according to law in Hebrew, including manufacturer and importer details, instructions for use, warnings and age restrictions.
What are the products that are prohibited for sale, distribution and use?
Firecrackers, explosives, rockets, firecrackers, beehives of any kind, stink sprays, any object or item containing black gunpowder or other explosive material
Guns / pistols (firearm-like)
Snow sprays of various types - prohibited for sale to children
Category 3 and 4 laser markers
Dangerous toys that transmit an electric current
It is important to note that the popsicles, for example, are not prohibited by law, but the instructions for use state that you should not keep them in your pocket or unpack them from their original packaging for fear that they might explode in your pocket and cause injury to the palm of your hand.
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This way you will pass Purim healthy and safe
Delivery of meals
• If the delivery of meals is also intended for children up to the age of 4, avoid foods that may cause choking such as popcorn, candies and round chewing gum.
• For children up to 5 years of age, it is forbidden to fill manna ears filled with nuts, peanuts or almonds - unless it is a smooth spread or a powder without pieces.
• Children under the age of 5 are not allowed small toys that can fit into a surprise egg box.
Drinking alcohol and teenagers
• Talk to the teenagers about the dangers of drinking alcohol and guide them in safe behavior at parties.
• In every recreation it is recommended to appoint a member on duty who is responsible for the safety of the others and their well-being.
Costumes
•Choose costumes that are comfortable for the child and suitable for his age.
And make sure to wear comfortable shoes to prevent falling.
• Do not buy a toy or accessory without a standard - check that the product contains instructions for use and age restrictions.
• It is recommended to avoid using masks under the age of 8.
• When using a mask, ensure free passage of air and that the eye openings are located in the right place.
• Do not use a mask when crossing the road and in the area of vehicles because the field of vision is limited.
•Use only face makeup approved by the Ministry of Health.
• Handmade costumes must not contain flammable materials such as cotton wool, feathers or paper.
• Use of colored lenses - you must learn how to use correctly and safely.
In a situation where an allergy or dryness develops in the eye, use should be avoided.
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