ICE SAFETY
If the ice has snow on it and you can not see below, what should you do?
NOT go on it.
When your body has an abnormally low temperature, it is called?
What is hypothermia
We wear gloves in the winter because our fingers (and toes) are the most susceptible to cold weather, which can create?
What is frostbite?
How do layers like coats, hats, sweatshirts, snowpants, etc. keep you warm?
What is insulating your body heat.
When is the only time you should go on the ice by yourself?
What is..... NEVER! Trick question y'all!!
At what temperature does water freeze?
What is 32 degrees
This illness can affect areas of exposed skin during cold conditions.
What is frostbite
What necessary clothing and accessories should you wear when outside in the cold? (Name at least three)
Mittens, gloves, layered clothing, hats and insulated jacket/outerwear
If there is a winter storm going on, should you go play outiside?
No.
We should keep these covered if we go outside in the winter?
Nose, head, neck, feet, toes, hands, fingers.
How does ice form?
What is the freezing of liquid water.
Name two ways to prevent Hypothermia?
- Dress in layers
- Wrap up well when going outside in the cold.
- Avoid breezes and draft indoors
- Eat nutritious food
- Wear a warm hat
- Eat hot foods
- Stay hydrated
Name 3 items you should always have in your vehicle during the winter months.
1. Mobile Phone Charger
2. Blankets
3. Flashlight
4. High-Calorie, non-perishable food
5. Extra Clothing
6. Shovel
7. Windshield Wiper
8. Tool Kit
9. Tow rope
10. Jumper Cables
11. Water Container
12. Matches
13. Compass and road maps
Name 3 winter sports or hobbies
What are Ice fishing, Figure Skating, Hockey, Snowmobiling, etc.
Why is supervision when venturing out on to ice important?
So somebody knows where you are at all times and is prepared to help if needed
If someone falls through the ice, what should you do?
Go get nearest adult or call 911. Do not go rescue them yourself.
Confusion, Shivering, Difficulty Speaking, Stiff Muscles and Sleepiness are warning signs of what type of illness?
What is Hypothermia
If there is a dog falling through the ice, what shoud you do?
Go get other help from an adult.
If there is a winter storm advisory, should you go out in a vehicle for unnecessary reasons?
No.
If your friend falls through the ice, why is it important to get an adult instead of rescuing them yourself?
This could make you a victim too, now having two people in the ice with nobody to help at al.
How thick does ice have to be in order for you to be able to step on it as a human?
What is 4 inches
Which winter illness has 4 degrees of pain, is caused by extremely cold weather, and affects the skin?
what is Frostbite
If you fall in the cold water below ice, should you remove layers?
No
Name 2 types of winter storms
Lake effect, Ice storm, Blizzard
You should always let someone know where you're going and...
when you expect to return.