The leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in this age group is motor vehicle accidents, including the use of personal bicycles. Many vehicular deaths are caused by head injuries that could be prevented if children consistently wear helmets while riding their bicycles. Children should learn to wear a helmet every time and everywhere they ride their bicycles. Ensure that helmets are worn correctly. Bicycle helmets should be comfortable and snug, but not too tight. Help children understand and obey traffic laws as they learn to ride their bicycles Provide adult supervision until children develop safe bicycle riding skills.

Skates and skateboards also pose accidental problems for your children. Children between the ages of 5 and 14 are at great risk for injuries associated with roller-skates, in-line skates, and skateboards. For this reason, restrict beginners to smooth surfaces in low-traffic areas to reduce the risk of accidents.

Fireworks

Although fireworks may only be used a few times each year, they are responsible for a number of serious injuries. Many of these unintentional injuries result from improper use of fireworks, and typically involve burns to the hands, eyes and head, losing fingers at its worst. It would be best to listen to the Department of Health's warning regarding use of fireworks. We'll never know when we could become clumsy.

Firearms

It is important to observe proper handling of firearms. Firearms that are kept for protection are more likely to remain loaded, unlocked and stored within children's reach. These weapons are also much more likely to kill a family member or friend than an intruder.

If your children suspect there is gun in a home, they may seek it out and show it to their friends. Therefore, it is very important to keep firearms unloaded and locked out of children's reach. Store ammunition in a different location. Always use safety devices on all firearms.

It is important to understand that childproofing can never be 100% effective. To fully protect children, supervise them at all times, especially around water, in the kitchen and bathroom, and wherever known hazards exist. Also, be especially careful when your family pays a visit to your friends and relatives as potential hazards could also exist there.