Hector the Hot Water Bottle - hot water bottle safety

When it’s chilly, having a nice hot water bottle is a great way to warm up and feel cosy.

But hot water bottles can be dangerous and cause serious burns if they are not used properly.

Hector the Hot Water Bottle has some handy tips on how to use them safely.

Remember:

• Ask an adult for help.
• Allow the boiled water to cool for a few minutes before filling the bottle.
• Don’t fill it up to the top.
• Always expel the air from the bottle before putting the stopper on.
• Make sure the stopper is screwed on tightly.
• Never put a hot water bottle directly on your skin.

Thank you to the Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity for supporting this film and to the UHBW Medical Illustration team for creating it.