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Safety

+Where are some setting where people can be injured?

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+Preventing FiresNever leave a candle burning unattended.

Make sure people don’t fall asleep while smoking.

Keep stoves and ovens clean.

Replace frayed electrical cords.

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+ Burns

Turn pot handles AWAY from the edge of the stove.

Wear oven mitts to move hot pots and pans.

+ Poison

Keep medications in childproof containers.

Store household chemicals in original containers.

Never mix household chemicals.

Use cleaning products in well-ventilated areas.

+Electrical ShockKeep electrical appliances away from water.

Do not overload an outlet. Use a surge protector strip.

Replace frayed cords.

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+Internet Safety

Cyberbullying Cruel or bullying online messages

Block the bullies Try ignoring Print the screen Sign off and get help from

parent or other trusted adult

Smart Surfing Never give out:

Name Address Passwords Phone numbers

Use a nickname in chat rooms

Keep online “friends” online Leave uncomfortable

conversations and tell a parent right away

Other Online Problems Viruses Delete without opening or

downloadings files from people you don’t recognize

+Recreation and Water Safety

Safety while Camping and Hiking Always have a buddy Wear socks & long pants to

protect from ticks Know about poisonous plants

and dangerous animals

Water Safety Swim with a buddy Never dive in a shallow or

unknown area Always wear a personal

floatation device on a boat

Winter Sport Safety Dress in layers Wear appropriate safety

equipment

Lake, River, and Ocean Safety Swim only where there is a

lifeguard Watch for warnings If pulled out to sea, swim

parallel to the shore, then back to shore

+Safety on the Road

Always wear a seat belt

No Distractions

Practice Defensive Driving

Obey the Speed Limit

+Weather and Natural Disasters

Severe Weather Hurricanes, floods, severe

thunderstorms, tornadoes, blizzards

Stay inside For tornados go to the lowest

level

Emergency Preparedness Prepare BEFORE an

emergency Talk to your family

Meeting place Contact Person

Emergency Survival Kit Food and water– 1 gal.

water /person/day for THREE days

Phone, battery-operated radio, flashlight, blankets

Other supplies – medication, money, batteries, chargers

Earthquakes Stand under a doorway or

sturdy piece of furniture If outside, stay way from

buildings After earthquake, leave

damaged buildings

+What behaviors can lead to injury, violence, or death?