Think Child Safety is a preventive program assisting in the reduction of injuries and deaths among children. Think Child Safety teaches overall rules of safety then provides constant re-enforcement by exposing children to visual reminders and opportunities to practice these skills.

The original philosophy focused on the fact that children are everyone's responsibility. It was further recognized that children and adults can learn good safety practices and that safety education is critical at all levels.

The program was developed in 1989 by City of Paris Paramedic, Stewart Dodson. Soon afterwards, Think Child Safety was formally adopted by the City of Paris. In May, 1993, the City of Paris passed a resolution which was accepted and provided Think Child Safety with a registered Trademark and logo.

Emergency Service personnel present public demonstrations and lectures at every opportunity. Emergency medical, fire, and law enforcement agencies combine efforts in providing educational material, training staff, and on-site professionals for direct contact. They are assisted by Ready Teddy, Sparky, and McGruff, Think Child Safety mascots. Everyone is familiar with these symbolic educators and Think Child Safety ensures a tailor made mechanism for the presentation of these tools.