Bike Safety
What is the correct protective gear for riding a bicycle?
A helmet, close toed shoes, and no baggy clothes
Who keeps you safe at the pool?
Lifeguard
Which hat is best: a baseball cap, a visor, a wide-brimmd hat?
A wide-brimmed hat.
What should you wear when in the car?
Seatbelt
Should you accept candy or gifts from strangers?
No
What is the correct way to cross the street when you are bike riding?
Walk your bike across the street.
How many people should dive at a time?
One
What is the lowest SPF number that you should wear?
SPF 30
How old do you usually need to be to sit in the front?
13 years old, or 4 feet 9 inches.
Why should you try to travel with a buddy?
It's safer with 2 people.
What direction should you ride on the road if there is no sidewalk.
Ride on the right side, with the flow of traffic.
What should you do if you are in trouble when swimming?
Yell HELP!
If you sit under an umbrella or a tree when it is sunny, you are in the ____?
Shade
What should you never stick out of the window of a moving vehicle?
Body parts--head, hands, feet, etc.
What should you do if you get separated from your parents?
Find a trusted adult, police officer, or worker, and tell them the problem.
What do you need on your bicycle if you are riding at night?
Bright clothes, light and reflectors. (Kids should not be riding at night)
What is the difference between the shallow end and the deep end of the pool?
The shallow end is low, you can touch the bottom. The deep end is for jumping and diving.
If your shadow is shorter than you, what does that mean?
The sun is high in the sky and you can get a sunburn, so use sun safety!
Why is it dangerous if kids fight or argue in the car?
It distracts the driver.
What should you do if a stranger comes to your door when you are home alone?
Don't answer the door, say that your parent is in the shower or sleeping.
At what age can you stop wearing a helmet?
Never!!!! You should always wear a helmet.
Where do most accidents occur at the pool?
Near the edge, on the deck.
Are you safe from the sun if you are under water?
No, the suns rays are actually stronger because they reflect off the water.
When is it okay to ride in a car without a seatbelt?
It is never okay...it is a LAW!!!!
What is the difference between a stranger and a trusted adult?
A trusted adult is a person whose job is to keep people safe, like a police officer, firefighter, mail carrier. You can trust them to help you stay safe. A stranger is someone you do not know that might be safe, but they might not be safe.