Home Hazards
What is a hazard you might find in the kitchen that could cause a burn?
Hot stove or hot pan- a hot stove/pot/pan can cause a burn.
What does it mean to make a safe choice? Give one example.
A safe choice keeps you from getting hurt
If a friend slips on a wet floor, what is one safe thing you can do to help?
Ask if they are OK, help them sit, call for help
What is one safety rule for using the stairs?
Hold the handrail, don’t run, watch your step.
If there is a small cut, what is the first safe step to take?
Clean the cut, press gently to stop bleeding
Name one thing in a bathroom that could cause someone to slip and fall.
Wet floor, soap on the floor, tub without mat — slippery surface.
If you smell something strange and it makes you feel sick, what safe choice should you make?
Leave the area, tell an adult, get fresh air.
If you see someone reach for a hot pan, what should you say or do?
Warn them to be careful, grab pot holders.
Give a safety rule for using the kitchen.
Be careful with knives and the stove. Ask for help when you need it. Have a fire extinguisher on hand in case of a fire. Never put water on a grease fire.
Who should you tell right away if there is a fire in the house?
Tell your family/roommates and get out of the house if needed; call 911.
Why is leaving toys or small objects on the floor a hazard?
They can make someone trip and fall.
Why is it risky to climb on furniture to reach something? What is a safer choice?
Climbing can cause falls and broken bones; safer choice: use a step stool or ask for help.
How can you help keep younger children safe in a play area? Give two ideas.
Pick up hazards, keep small toys away, watch them closely.
What is a good rule about medicine at home?
Only take medicine as directed by your doctor; keep medicines in their original containers. Ask a care taker for help.
What number should you call in an emergency, and when should you call it?
Call 911 for police, fire, or ambulance in an emergency; call when someone is seriously hurt or in danger.
Give two examples of electrical hazards in a home.
Frayed cords, overloaded outlets, appliances near water.
Describe a safe choice about using a small appliance (like a toaster).
Keep hands and water away, unplug when done.
If a pet is acting scared and might bite, what should you do to help keep others safe?
Keep distance, ask an adult for help, do not try to touch the pet.
When someone knocks on the door, what should you do?
Look through the peephole or window to see who it is. Only open the door if they are someone you know.
If someone at home is choking and cannot breathe, name one safe action to get help quickly
Call 911; if trained adult is present they may perform the Heimlich maneuver.
Explain why chemicals under the sink are a hazard and one safe action to take.
Chemicals can burn skin or make you sick; keep them locked/up high
How can wearing shoes outside help reduce risk? Explain.
Shoes protect feet from sharp objects and slips.
Your neighbor’s front step is broken and could make someone fall. What is a safe way to help solve the problem?
Tell a caretaker or the property owner; mark the step so others see it; do not try to fix it yourself.
How should you walk to school to avoid risk?
Stay on the sidewalk, look left, right, and left again before crossing.
Describe the steps you should take if you find a spilled chemical (like a cleaning product) on the floor.
Move away from the spill, do not touch or smell it, follow instructions and ventilate area if safe.