- Keep button batteries and their devices out of the sight and reach of small children
- Never leave button batteries unattended or battery compartments exposed
- Always keep child safety in mind when you are changing button batteries
- Examine devices to make sure that the battery compartment is securely closed
- Safely dispose of used button batteries immediately, using a secure container
- Warning – even flat button batteries can be dangerous if they are swallowed by children
- If you suspect a child has swallowed a button battery, immediately call 000 (for Australia)
- Take the child to a hospital emergency room URGENTLY. Do not let the child eat or drink anything. Do not induce vomiting
- For further advice, call the Poisons Information Centre (for Australia) on 13 11 26 or the relevant number in your country
- Inform other families about the risks to small children associated with button batteries and how to keep their children safe
