Navigating Community
Name 2 different things to remember when safely crossing a street.
Look both ways, cross only when the 'walk' sign is lit, walk single file, wait until cars are stopped, wait until driver of the car waves you on, use crosswalks, stop and look both ways.
Who comes in an emergency if you call 911?
Police or Fire department or Ambulance
Why is it important to pay attention to street signs in the community?
to keep us safe
What is a reason you might have to talk to a stranger?
Ask for directions, get help, if you're at a store.
Would telling a stranger where you live be giving too much information?
Yes
What should you do if you find an animal outside that is hurt?
Don't call 911
Don't go near the animal
Call animal control or the humane society
Why do you need to keep your phone put away when you are walking on the sidewalk?
You might run into someone or hit them
List 3 examples of safer strangers.
firemen, policemen, librarians, bankers, people working at stores, people working at the Y
What do you do if someone asks for your email address so they can get information to you about something?
If you know what the information is about and want it you can say yes. If you don't know what the information is about and don't want it say no.
What should you do if you call 911 by mistake?
Don't hang up. Tell the operator that there is no emergency and you made a mistake.
Walking at night can be more dangerous than walking during the day because it is dark out! How can you stay safe while walking at night?
Wear bring or reflective clothing, stay on the sidewalks and don't walk in the street, watch out for things that may be easy to trip over.
Someone just came up to you and asked you for money, what do you do?
Say no / Say I'm sorry - no
Where do you need to be when you call 911?
You need to be out of danger or
You need to be in a safe place
Bikes have different safety risks than just walkers. Explain how either you as a biker stay safe or how you as a pedestrian walking on the sidewalk can stay safe with bikers around.
Remember that bikes are considered vehicles, ride your bike in the biker lane on the side of the road rather than the sidewalk to give room to walkers. If you must be on a sidewalk make sure to shout out to walkers as you come up behind them so they know you are there. As a walker always let the biker go first- if the hit you it will hurt! Be aware of bikers coming towards you.
What are two safe places near Englewood HS where you could ask for help?
*varied answers
If you are in the community and someone follows you while asking you for money and won't leave you alone what can you do?
Ask for help from staff, or a police officer. Go into a store or place you feel safe in.
What is a GREAT thing about 911 service on cell phones?
You don't need to have phone service to call
You don't need to be in your own service area
You only need to have a charged phone.