- Laws of Fiji

Last Updated: 1 December 2016

Safety Checklist for hot water bottles—

(a)Before you buy a hot water bottle—
- (i)check that the hot water bottle is well made, especially around the seams;
- (ii)be aware that rubber hot water bottles may perish over time. Hot water bottles made from neoprene or other synthetic materials may last longer;
- (iii)choose a hot water bottle with a large opening, this can reduce the risk of hot water splashing over you when filling.
(b)Take care when filling a hot water bottle—
- (i)check the condition of the bottle before filling it. Discard it if it shows any sign of perishing or splitting;
- (ii)ensure the water temperature is well below boiling. If it is too hot to touch, it is too hot for the bottle;
- (iii)always fill a hot water bottle over a sink and keep the bottle well away from your body to avoid serious burns;
- (iv)take care not to overfill or pour water too quickly into the bottle;
- (v)keep the filled hot water bottle away from your body when expelling air from it, the hot water could splash back and burn you;
- (vi)make sure the plug is properly fitted and sealed to prevent hot water leaking out.