| Two technical
standards relate to the safety of lighters. The International
Standard EN ISO 9994:2002[2] establishes non-functional
specifications on quality, reliability and safety of lighters
and appropriate test procedures. For instance, a lighter should
generate flame only through positive action on the part of the
user, two or more independent actions by the user, or an
actuating force greater or equal than 15 N. The standard also
specifies other safety features, such as as the lighter's
maximum flame height and its resistance to elevated
temperatures, dropping, and damages from continuous burning.
However, the standard does not include child resistance
specifications. In addition, the European standard EN 13869:2002
establishes child-resistance specifications and defines as
novelty lighters those that resemble another object commonly
recognized as appealing to children younger than 51 months, or
those that have entertaining audio or animated effects. As
matches, lighters, and other heat sources are the leading causes
of fire deaths for children, many jurisdictions, such as the
EU,[5] have forbidden the marketing of novelty or non-child
resistant lighters. Examples of child resistance features,
include the use of a smooth or shielded spark wheel.
Matches, lighters, and other heat sources are the leading causes
of fire deaths for children. Never underestimate your child's
curiosity about fire, nor their ability to strike matches or
start a lighter.
Store matches and lighters out of children's reach and sight,
preferably in a locked cabinet.
Remember: even child-resistant lighters are not childproof and
should be stored securely as well.
When a child is curious about fire or has been playing with
fire, calmly and firmly explain that matches and lighters are
tools for only adults to use carefully.
In addition, instruct toddlers to tell you when they find a
match or lighter.
Never use matches or lighters as amusement for your children.
They may imitate your actions.
Take extreme care with the storage of your matches and lighters.
Your children are depending on you.
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