Public Safety
What is one important thing you should do before entering a busy street or intersection?
Look both ways and wait for a safe gap in traffic.
what should you always do before crossing the steet?
look both ways for traffic
true or false: it is safe to give your home address to someone online?
false: never share personal information online
How can you make sure your home is safe from fires?
Have smoke detectors, keep flammable items away from heat, and never leave cooking unattended.
what is the emergency number for police, fire or ambulance?
911
True or False: It's safe to walk alone at night in poorly lit areas?
false: it is always a good idea to be walking with another perso
true or false: it is safe to run across the street if there are no cars coming?
false: always cross at a cross walk and wait for the walking signal
what is a safe rule for using the internet?
only talk to people you know, never click on unknown links, keep personal info private
What should you do if a glass breaks on the floor?
Sweep it up carefully and throw it away safely. do not pick it up with your hands
true or false: only call 911 for emergencies
true
name on way to stay alert and aware of your surroundings in public
keep phone away, watch whos around you, trust your instincts
what colour means stop at a traffic light?
red
you receive a friend request from someone you do not know online. what should you do?
do not accept the request and report or block the person
true or false: it is safe to use appliances with frayed cords or exposed wires?
false: this can cause electric shock or fire
true or false: if you accidently call 911 you should hang up?
false: it is important to stay on the line and tell them it was an accident
you notice there is a construction sign on the side walk you are about to walk on. What should you do?
walk to the other side of the street at a cross walk and use that side walk.
name one thing you should wear when riding a bike to stay safe
a helmet
true or false: it is safe to share your location with friends in a public online post
false: never share personal information online
smoke detectors
true or false: it is important to stay calm during an emergency
true: this helps you think clearly and make safe decisions
You are in a public area and notice someone needs medical help. What is the first thing you should do?
Call 911 (or local emergency services) and stay with the person until help arrives if it’s safe.
what should you do if you start walking but you see a car is not stopping and is coming towards you?
say no, do not go, block the person
how can you prevent accidents from slips and falls in your home?
clean up spills immediately, keep floors clear of clutter
name one thing you can do to be prepared for an emergency at home?
first aid kits, emergency exits, emergency plans