Checklist
Secure button batteries and act immediately on suspected swallowing
The dangerous battery may be in a remote, not in a toy.
When it fits
- Small battery-powered items are used where a child can reach them.
When to avoid it
- Do not delay help to search for symptoms or improvise food, drink or removal remedies. Follow the local poison or emergency professional's specific first-aid instructions.
Checklist
- Check accessible devices and remove unsafe ones from use.
- Store loose and used batteries securely and follow safe local disposal guidance.
- Treat suspected swallowing or insertion as urgent and follow expert instructions without delay.
Why it matters
Check that battery compartments stay secured and keep replacement and used batteries inaccessible. If swallowing or insertion is suspected, seek immediate local poison-service or emergency advice; do not wait for symptoms. Breathing difficulty or serious bleeding requires emergency help immediately.
An example
A loose remote-control battery cover is noticed and the device is secured or removed before it returns to the room.
Check your result
Accessible devices have secure compartments and caregivers know the immediate help route.
Keep this limit in mind
- Do not delay help to search for symptoms or improvise food, drink or removal remedies. Follow the local poison or emergency professional's specific first-aid instructions.
Connected ideas
Useful withReturn medicines to locked storage after each use
Evidence and sources
Supports
ACCC advises secure battery compartments and inaccessible battery storage, and immediate expert help for suspected swallowing or insertion of a button battery.
Do not wait for symptoms or delay seeking help while attempting an improvised remedy.
Button batteries guide · Opening emergency and prevention advice