Personal Safety
What is the purpose of the Yellow Lines at train stations?
To protect people from falling down onto the tracks
What are the THREE main causes of deaths on roads?
1) Speeding
2) Fatigue
3) Alcohol
What is one of the most important considerations when going swimming anywhere?
Don't go alone! Bring a friend
What are the FIVE S's used in the Cancer Council Sun Smart Ad with Sid the Seagull?
(Bonus 10 Points for every 'S' word you can explain correctly)
Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide
What is the THREE step plan to take before undergoing a risky situation?
Stop, Think, Do
When sharing food around, what is a concern you should always consider?
Ask if anyone that is involved sharing the food has any allergies
What is the legal limit for Blood Alcohol Content for a Green P Plater vs a Black License Driver?
Green P = 0.00
Black License = 0.05
What should you do before jumping into water? (especially in relation to rivers)
Check for any obstructions, rocks or logs that could be hidden under the water
What does SPF stand for on the sunscreen bottles?
Sun Protection Factor
Can some risks have positive consequences? Yes or No?
Yes
Scenario: You and a friend are going on a bike ride out in the bush. What are THREE strategies you could use to reduce the risk of something negative occurring?
Some Examples are:
1) Tell a parent or guardian where you are going
2) Wear appropriate protective gear (e.g. helmet)
3) Take phones so you can contact someone in case of emergency
4) Sun Screen and Water
What is the speed limit in School Zones?
40km/h
What are THREE steps someone can take if caught in a rip?
1) Remain calm and raise your hand
2) Float with the current as it may bring you back in
3) Swim parallel to the beach as you may be able to swim across the rip
How often should sunscreen be applied?
Every 2 hours
Give Example of a positive risk that some Teens may take
300 Points Awarded if satisfactory example is provided
Provide example of a social event Teens may go to on weekends and list TWO potential risks and TWO protective factors to make this event safer
400 Points Awarded for Students that give satisfactory examples with appropriate risk and protective factors
If driving in suburban areas and there are no speed limit signs, what is the default speed limit?
50km/h
What times are beaches patrolled by lifeguards?
8:30am - 5:00pm
How much sunscreen should be used per application?
1 Ounce, which is equivalent to 1 Shot Glass (30mL)
Give an example of a negative risk some Teens may take and provide ONE protective factor to reduce the risk
400 Points Awarded if Satisfactory Risk and Protective Factors are Provided
Give an example of some safety considerations involved in going to school each day
500 Points Awarded if students provide an example related to going to school in either Sun, Road or Risk Behaviour Safety
Approximately how many metres will you travel at 100km/h if you closed your eyes for 2 seconds?
55.56m (therefore, if you look at your phone for 2 seconds you have missed 55.56 metres)
When swimming in dams what is one major concern in relation to temperature?
Water in dams reach very low temperatures and jumping in deep can cause the bodies temperature to drop quickly resulting in cramps
Between what TWO times are the suns UV Rays at their strongest?
11:00am - 4:00pm
What is ONE of the major reasons that Teens will take unnecessary risks?
Peer Pressure
Trying to impress their friends