IMPACT OF HOUSEHOLD POISONS AWARENESS PROGRAM ON KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN’S IN URBAN MAHARASHTRA.

Background & Aim: Children’s are future of our society, accidental deaths by consumption of poisons is among children’s is quite common. A house which is safe heaven for children also harbors many poisons which children are not aware of. This study aims to assess and improve the knowledge of children’s regarding household poisons.Methodology: Seven primary schools were selected for this study of 4th and 5th standard. Pre-test was conducted using validated questionnaire consisting 18 questions. Later awareness program was conducted regarding household poisons. After 2 weeks of awareness program post test was conducted to assess the improvement in their knowledge regarding house hold poisons.Results: On Comparison of mean of Pre-test and post-test, it showed significant differences (p<0.001) on knowledge and attitude of students on issues of household poisoning before and after health educationConclusion: Timely education of children’s about house hold poisons can improve their knowledge about preventing poisoning and safe guard their life.