Bike Safety
When riding your bicycle along a roadway, on which side of the road should you ride?
With traffic or against traffic?
With traffic.
Note:
Children under 10 yrs old should ride on sidewalks or trails and avoid riding along streets.
When you are going swimming, who/what should you always have with you and why do you need it/them?
A BUDDY!
You and your buddy should stay together when swimming.
What should you do if you are outside and hear thunder?
Go inside a safe building or get into your car.
"When thunder roars, go indoors!"
If one of your friends sends you a message asking for personal information, what should you do?
Ask them in person whether they sent it; don't reply to the message unless you really know it's from them.
What are some ways that you can be more visible to people passing you by?
Wear bright or reflective clothing.
Use helmets or bikes with blinking lights.
What should you always wear when going boating?
A properly fitting life jacket.
Make sure that it fits snugly and that you can fasten it correctly.
True or False: If you're hiking on a trail near a creek and you hear or see water rushing towards you, you should set up camp there.
FALSE: You should immediately move to higher ground.
If someone you don't know contacts you online and asks you your age, what do you tell them?
Tell a trusted adult.
What is the proper footwear to wear while riding your bicycle?
Sneakers/tennis shoes.
Refrain from wearing sandals, flip-flops, shoes with heels and cleats. You should not ride barefoot.
Why is it important to have an adult with you when swimming or boating?
An adult must always be watching you if you are swimming or on the water for safety. And adult can help you or call for help in the event you get into trouble. An adult may also be your buddy.
What should you do if you are outside, hear thunder and are not near a building or car?
Get into the lightning stance.
Squat down with your weight on the balls of your feet, crouch low to the ground and cover your ears with your hands.
If possible, move to an area that is lower and has shorter trees (you don't want to be near the tallest trees).
When someone you don't know sends you a message online, what information can you get from their profile picture?
Nothing! It's common for internet scammers to have wrong/misleading profile information!
What are the proper hand signals for turning left, turning right, and for stopping?
LEFT TURN: left arm straight out to the left
RIGHT TURN: left arm straight out with a 90 degree bend in your elbow with hand pointing up
STOP: left arm out to arm straight out with a 90 degree bend in our elbow with hand pointing down
If you are not a strong swimmer yet, do not go where the water is deeper than your________
a. knees
b. waist
c. chest
d. neck
c. chest
If you are outside and there is a tornado and you can't get inside, what should you do?
When you have asked your parents and they say it's okay.
How should a bike helmet fit on your head, what are some things to look for?
It should be level on your head with the front edge 2 fingers width above your eyebrows.
To check the fit: push the helmet side to side and back and forth on your head. If there is excessive movement (more than 1 inch), you need to adjust the fit.
What do you and your buddy do if you see someone in the water who needs help?
First, call for help from a lifeguard or adult. If no adult is there, never enter the water to help someone b/c it puts you in danger.
What part of the Cub Scout Six Essentials list helps protect you from weather?
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, neckerchief)
What is the most important step to take if something online makes you feel uncomfortable?
Tell a parent, or a trusted adult.