Accidents strike unexpectedly, and most happen right at home. While many injuries are minor and manageable with basic first aid, too few of us prioritize prevention or know how to respond effectively.
Key Statistics
In the Netherlands, 700,000 medical treatments are needed annually for home-related injuries, including 190,000 for babies and children. Alarmingly, 42% of Dutch people skip first aid during accidents due to lack of knowledge.
Common Home Accidents
Slips in the Bathroom
Wet floors invite daily slips, often causing bruises or broken bones.
CO Poisoning
Carbon monoxide is a silent, odorless killer from faulty combustion devices like unmaintained boilers. Tip: Install a CO detector!
Burns
From boiling water or barbecues, burns can be first-, second-, or third-degree. Cool immediately under gently lukewarm running water for 10 to 20 minutes.
Nosebleeds
Triggered by blows, sneezing, nose-blowing, or temperature shifts. Sit calmly and pinch closed just below the nasal bone for at least 5 minutes.
Fires
Fires spread fast, engulfing homes in minutes. Equip your home with working smoke detectors and a fire extinguisher.
Strengthen Your Emergency Response
Dutch organizations appoint trained emergency response officers via BHV courses. Ask your employer to let you train—gain vital first aid skills for home and work.
