The Children’s Authority is urging parents and guardians to put the safety of their children first.

The authority says there continues to be incidents where children lose their lives.

It advises the following:

• Keep hazardous liquids, materials, sharp objects, medication and anything that can potentially cause injury, out of a child’s reach.
• Keep a watchful eye on children when at the beach, river and pool. Children should only be allowed to venture into or around bodies of water with an adult present.
• Cover exposed water containers, buckets, barrels and tanks.
• Know who is supervising your child at all times.
• Teach children Ok and Not Ok touches and that their body is their own and no one has a right to touch them.
• Monitor your child’s friendships, especially with adults who repeatedly attempt to spend time alone with your child, away from others.
• Teach children that it’s okay to say “no” to unwanted hugs, kisses, or other affection, even from family members.
• Ask about sleeping arrangements and who frequents the household, when children are spending time away from home.
• Encourage children to keep personal information private.
• Use privacy settings on social media sites.