Unfamiliar/Strangers
What is a stranger?
Someone you don't know or someone who can't be trusted.
Can you share your name and address with a safe stranger?
Yes.
What should you do to all the doors when you are home alone?
All the doors should be locked when you are home alone.
What is an emergency?
A time when you need help really fast.
Should you call 9-1-1 if there is not an emergency?
No, 9-1-1 is only to be called when there is an emergency.
Should you share personal information like your address or phone number with a stranger?
No you because you can't trust them.
Is it okay to have a safe stranger call your family?
Yes, they are trying to keep you safe.
If you are home alone, why might you need to leave your house?
Someone breaks in, a fire in the house, etc.
If you have an emergency, who comes to help you solve the problem?
Police, fire, or paramedic.
Will the 9-1-1 operator have you stay on the phone until help arrives?
Yes, they will usually have you stay on the phone until police, fire, or paramedics arrive to help.
What does unfamiliar mean?
Someone you have never seen, don't know, or can't trust.
Are safe strangers there to help you in emergencies?
Yes. That is their job.
Is it okay to help a stranger that has an emergency?
Yes, because you could be the only person able to help that person.
What happens after you dial 9-1-1?
You tell someone on the the other side of the phone there is an emergency. Then explain the situation.
Name a time when you might talk to a safe stranger.
Emergency, parade, ordering at a restaurant, doctor's office, etc.
Why are they called safe strangers?
Because you don't know them but you can trust them because they are there to help you.
Should you take your pet for a walk if you are home alone?
No, don't leave the house.
What do you do if there is an emergency and you don't have a phone?
Find someone who does and ask them to call for help.
Is it safe to tell 9-1-1 your name and your location?
Yes, they need your location to send help.
Where might you find unfamiliar people?
Store, mall, restaurant, park, gym, etc.
Should you do what the safe strangers tell you to do?
Yes, they are trying to keep you safe.
Should you have friends over when you're home alone?
Answers will vary.
Name 3 emergencies where you would need to call 9-1-1.
House on fire, someone is hurt, a break-in, etc.
Is the number always 9-1-1, no matter what state you are in?
Yes, every state in the USA uses 9-1-1.