How is our personal safety related to the safety of others?

When one person acts in an unsafe manner, others can easily be injured as well.

the freedom from the occurrence of accidents

safety

an unplanned event that usually results in injury or loss

accident

the type of behavior that can lead to accidents

careless

the first step in the prevention of accidents

careful consideration

the second step in the prevention of accidents

responsible behavior

the basis for responsible behavior

rules of safety

should be carpeted or covered with a non-slip surface and equipped with sturdy handrails.

stairways

Beds should be covered with fire retardant

blankets

should be sturdy and equipped with a ladder and a guardrail.

bunk beds

Display keepsakes and plants out of the reach of

children

Floors and walkways should be kept free of

clutter

Torn or loose carpets should be

replaced

should be kept locked at all times.

weapons

Treat all guns as if they are

loaded

Never light a fire with gasoline or other flammable chemicals.

in the fireplace

When using the fireplace, never leave the room unless the screen is

closed

When smoking, always deposit ash in a(n)

ashtray

In order to prevent accidental spillage, pots and pans:

should be watched carefully

Which measure is important to keep children from reaching pots?

Do not allow the handles of pots to stick out over the edge of the stove.

To prevent cuts, the sharp edges of knives and scissors should always be:

directed away from the body

To avoid food poisoning, perishable items should not be stored in the refrigerator for more than

4-5 days

To prevent the spread of flames caused by a grease spill on the stove or in the oven, use a fire extinguisher or throw

baking soda

Every kitchen should be equipped with a:

fire extinguisher
smoke detector

As a safety precaution, do not talk or laugh while you are

eating

When eating, children should:

always use dull-edged utensils

When is the best time to clean lawn equipment?

when it is turned off and cooled down

Eye protection should be worn when:

cutting grass
working with wood or metal
working with harsh chemicals

Where should flammable materials be stored?

in a fireproof container

Which of the following are safe places to store poisons?

out of reach of children
in a locked cabinet

The garage should be kept well ventilated in order to guard against:

carbon monoxide poisoning

Space heaters:

should not be left unattended
should be kept away from walkways
can be a fire hazard

Bathtubs and shower stalls should be equipped with a grab bar and a rubber mat to help prevent:

falling

It is important never to leave young children unattended near water because they can drown in as little as

one inch of water

To prevent accidental overdose, medications should be kept:

locked in a cabinet
out of reach of children

Where is the safest place to operate a hair dryer?

away from water

When trimming plants and vines:

wear gloves

Weed killers and rodent poisons should not be used:

where pets and young children play

Overexposure to the sun's rays can be prevented with the use of:

sunscreen

Stray animals should be avoided because:

they could bite and give you rabies

Before using the lawn mower or other power equipment:

clear the yard of people and pets

Children should be allowed to play in a pool only when:

a responsible adult is supervising