Northants SCP

Longer days and nicer weather bring new hazards for children. Check out new page on simple ways to keep kids safe this season. For more information, please visit capt.org.uk/spring-safety/

If you work with primary school-aged children, we’ve got everything you need for a fun and engaging road safety session they’ll love. And it’s free! Learn more about the programme and get your free resources: capt.org.uk/backseat-boss/ #ChildSafety #RoadSafety

Real Christmas trees are often the heart of the home. But they need to be well-watered throughout Christmas so they’re less likely to catch fire or burn quickly. More Christmas safety tips can be found at: capt.org.uk/6-simple-safet…

Magnets may look great fun, but they can rip through a child’s gut if they swallow them, causing life-threatening injuries. Please don’t buy small loose magnets if you have young children at home. Learn more: capt.org.uk/magnet-safety/ #ChristmasProductSafety

Not every #BlackFriday bargain is worth the risk. Through our joint campaign with the @captcharity, we’re raising awareness of unsafe electrical products and toys sold by third-party sellers via online marketplaces. To stay safe, buy from reputable retailers.

⚠️ Avoid small, loose magnets if you have small children. 📷 Keep older children’s magnetic toys away from little children and store them in safe places Learn more: capt.org.uk/magnet-safety/

We know that starting a conversation with your child about their life online can feel daunting, that's why we have created a conversation guide for parents, carers or other adults to help! childnet.com/resources/my-l…

Most families can't believe their own dog would bite their child. But, children are most likely to be bitten at home, by a dog they know. And, the injuries can have a lasting impact. Here are some tips to help keep your child safe and your dog happy: capt.org.uk/dogs-and-child…

Happy #InternationalDogDay! We love our four-legged friends. But we also know that any dog can bite if they feel they have no other option. Learn what you can do as a family to keep everyone safe and happy: capt.org.uk/dogs-and-child… #ChildSafety #DogSafety #DogsAndChildren

When shopping for toys please check if they were safety tested. Shop Smart to Stay Safe. Learn more: capt.org.uk/buy-safe-toys

If you’re worried a young person is being criminally exploited but don’t want to contact the police, then contact Fearless anonymously at Fearless.org or contact Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

Children who are being exploited might respond in different ways. They could seem angry, aggressive, or say they don’t need help. It is our job to #LookCloser. By knowing the signs and how to report concerns, we can keep children safe. northants.police.uk/ce

Child exploitation is not always easy to spot. But there are signs. We want EVERYONE to #LookCloser, know how to report concerns & keep children safe. northants.police.uk/ce

Do you know how to spot the signs of child exploitation? This is where an individual or group manipulate a child/young person into criminal activity in exchange for something the child wants or needs - such as food, money, drugs, gifts or affection. northants.police.uk/ce

Young people are being manipulated, sexually abused, forced to launder money & deal drugs. Child exploitation can happen to any age, gender or ethnicity - online or anywhere that children and young people hang out. Know the signs and how to report it. northants.police.uk/ce

Any child can be exploited, whoever they are, wherever they live. We’re joining @childrensociety in asking everyone to #LookCloser. Know the signs and how to report your concerns, to keep children safe. northants.police.uk/ce

Exploitation happens everywhere- in public spaces like hotels, train stations and shopping centres or online. By spending more time talking and listening to young people about their online lives, we can stop this abuse from happening. Know the signs and #LookCloser.

When someone builds a relationship with a child to manipulate them, this is known as grooming. The child may be coerced into transporting drugs, sexually exploited, forced into labour, made to launder criminal money, or steal from shops. #LookCloser

Child exploitation can happen anywhere, any child can be exploited. Young people are targeted at fast food outlets, shopping centres, and parks, or online through gaming platforms and social media. Could your child be at risk? Do you know the signs? northants.police.uk/ce

We’re joining @childrensociety in asking everyone to #LookCloser. Exploitation can happen anywhere, to any child. It’s not always easy to spot, but by knowing the signs, we can keep children safe. northants.police.uk/ce