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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?