Scalding in the home or burns from hot liquids is dangerous to anyone, but is a particular concern to the youngest and oldest Americans. Plumbers are charged with protecting the health of the nation. Thus, plumbers can play a key role in reducing the risk, starting with homeowner education.
The speed of scalding increases with temperature. At 120° F, it takes five minutes for the typical adult to scald. Increase the water temperature another 20° and the time for a bad burn drops to five seconds.