INTRODUCTION: Burns as a result of thermal injuries represent a significant challenge in pediatrics since children are often exposed to numerous risks in their everyday environment. Fast reaction is important, and the type of help required is determined according to the degree of burns. The variety of causes, from accidents in the family environment to traffic incidents, indicates an urgent need for proper education of parents, educators, and health workers with the aim of preventive action to prevent these serious injuries. OBJECTIVE: This research aims to assess parents' awareness of the dangers of burns in children. METHODS: The research process was carried out through a survey questionnaire filled out by parents regarding their knowledge about the prevention and treatment of burns in children, as well as their opinion on the comprehensive topic and satisfaction with the system based on the offered educational workshops and programs on the safety of children when it comes to burns. 301 parents of respondents participated in the research, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the chi-square test. RESULTS: The results showed that the level of parents' information about the dangers of burns in children is significantly high, with the fact that the level of knowledge of parents about procedures for burns from hot drinks is higher compared to sun and electric burns in children. Female respondents are more in favor of the measure of safe storage of hot liquids than male parents. According to parents, the most important preventive measure is education about burns. t was established that there is a difference in the frequency of educating the child about the dangers and prevention of burns about the age of the parents and that the parents rated cooperation with institutions such as schools and kindergartens as good CONCLUSION: It recommends further research on parents' information and childcare procedures when a burn occurs. Burns can be caused by pouring hot water, touching hot objects, playing with flammable objects, or as a result of a fire. It often causes life-threatening consequences for the child and the entire family Keywords: burns, children, prevention, emotional factors, social factors, therapeutic approach