South African Burn Society

16/11/2025

Day 2 of the South African Burn Society Conference ❤️

15/11/2025

SABS Conference day 1 🔥

15/11/2025

13/11/2025

ONE DAY TO GO! 😎

Register here: https://saburnconference.co.za/registration.html

18/10/2025

One month to go!

Register here: https://saburnconference.co.za/registration.html

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14/09/2025

Good news!!

Our abstract submission date has been extended! 🧡

If you would like to submit your abstract for the conference: https://saburnconference.co.za/submitabstract.html

02/08/2025

Abstract submission is open for the 2025 SABS Burns Conference!

🌍 https://saburnconference.co.za

25/05/2025

Last weekend the SABS team presented our first EMSB trainers’ course in many years.

We are proud to say we have 15 additional EMSB trainers!

We are looking forward to hosting many more EMSB courses in the future and improve burn care in South Africa! 🔥

15/05/2025

SAVE THE DATE

For the South African Burns Society’s conference!

Taking place on the 14-16th of November 2025

📍Pretoria

Theme: Blooming Together- shaping the future of Burn Care

06/05/2025

BURNS FIRST AID

1. Stop the Burning Process
• Remove the person from the source of the burn (fire, hot liquid, electricity, etc.).
• Ensure the area is safe for you and the injured person.

2. Cool the Burn
• Run cool (not cold) water over the burn for 10–20 minutes.
• Alternatively, apply a cool, wet cloth.
• Do not use ice — it can damage the skin further.

3. Remove Tight Items
• Gently remove jewelry, clothing, or shoes from the area before it swells.
• Do not remove anything stuck to the burn.

4. Protect the Burn
• Cover with a clean, non-stick, dry dressing, sterile cloth or clean plastic like cling wrap
• Avoid using fluffy cotton or adhesive bandages directly on the burn.

5. Relieve Pain
• Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as:
• Paracetamol
• Follow dosage instructions on the packaging.

6. Seek medical advice
• Go to your local clinic, GP or accident and emergency unit so that the burn can be properly assessed and treated.

❌ Do NOT ❌
• Do not apply butter, toothpaste, oils, or ice.
• Do not pop blisters.

05/05/2025

1. Create a “Kid-Free Zone”
• Designate a space (at least 1 metre around the stove or oven) where children are not allowed while cooking.

2. Turn Pot Handles Inward
• Always turn pot and pan handles toward the back of the stove to prevent accidental tipping.

3. Use Back Burners When Possible
• Use the back burners of the stove to keep hot surfaces out of children’s reach.

4. Keep Hot Items Out of Reach
• Place hot foods, drinks, and appliances (like coffee makers) well away from the edge of counters and tables.

5. Avoid Holding Children While Cooking
• Don’t carry a child and hot food or drinks at the same time to prevent spills.

6. Use Stove Guards and K**b Covers
• Install guards to block access to stove burners and use k**b covers to prevent kids from turning on the stove.

7. Be Cautious with Microwave Use
• Supervise children using microwaves. Test heated foods and drinks yourself, as they can heat unevenly.

8. Teach Safety Early
• Teach children about the dangers of hot surfaces and liquids in age-appropriate ways.

9. Keep Appliances and Cords Secure
• Keep appliance cords out of reach and unplug appliances when not in use.

10. Store Matches and Lighters Safely
• Keep these out of reach and in locked cabinets.