CAP SAFETY BRIEFING SEACOAST COMPOSITE SQUADRON 29 September 2016

Fire Safety You are back in school Do YOU know where the emergency exits are in your school? Do they do “Fire Drills” in school now (as they used to do when I was a student)?

-Do you KNOW which way you will go when coming out of your classroom to get to the closest exit? -Do you KNOW an alternate route out of the building if your primary route is blocked for some reason? - At home, at CAP facilities, and other locations, ALWAYS check for your fire exits from the building

Lifesaving Steps to Take If Clothes are Burning 1.If clothes catch fire, the flames can spread VERY quickly, engulfing the victim in flames. 2. Certain types of clothing, especially synthetic fabrics, may melt and stick to the skin. 3.The BEST way to reduce injury from the flames is to extinguish the burning fabric AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE!!!!AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE!!!!

September is National Preparedness Month This month aims to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to ALL types of emergencies, including natural disasters, potential terrorist attacks, and major storms. During storm season here in the Northeast, one smart plan you can make is to be prepared by checking and inventorying the following items in the event of an emergency:

1.Blankets 2.Warm coats, hats, and mittens for all family members 3.Flashlights and fresh batteries 4.A battery-operated radio and clock 5.A car charger for portable electric devices (cell phones, etc) 6.Containers filled with water and/or bottled water 7.Canned or dried food and a manual can opener 8.List of important phone numbers 9.First Aid Kit

Prescription: EXERCISE Staying Active is Linked to Better Mental Health Exercise does more than improve physical health – it’s good for mental health, as well. Running, lifting weights, bicycling, and aerobics are all linked to better mental health, cognitive function, and self-esteem, says the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. Here are four other benefits of staying physically active. The first applies mainly to Senior Members, but the other three are applicable to all members.

Exercise helps to prevent cognitive decline. While exercise won’t cure Alzheimer’s disease, it can help to protect the brain from cognitive decline. Physical activity in midlife has been associated with lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease later in life. (Source: Alzheimer’s Research Center). Exercise reduces symptoms of depression. Exercise release chemicals in the body called endorphins, which can trigger positive feelings. Some studies suggest that regular exercise works as well as medication in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression for some people (Source: Anxiety and Depression Association of America).

Exercise boots energy. If you are frequently tired, the last thing you probably feel like doing is exercising. However, researchers have found that individuals who completed a regular exercise program reported less fatigue compared to those who did not exercise. (Source: Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics). Exercise improves sleep. People sleep better if they get at least 150 minutes of exercise each week. Better sleep can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. (Source: Mental Health and Physical Activity).

8 Reasons to Sleep More If you are not getting enough ZZZs – about seven to eight hours each night for the average adult and eight to ten hours for the average teenager, you could be harming your body and mind.

Skimping on sleep can: 1. Pack on the pounds Lack of sleep can disrupt hormones than control appetite, and fatigue can chip away at your motivation to exercise. 2. Erode memory and impair concentration It’s easier to give a snappy presentation at work or even focus on that new novel if you’ve gotten a good night’s sleep. Without it, your brain doesn’t have time to consolidate information for easy retrieval.

3. Negatively impact mood Sleep deprivation can make you irritable, impatient, and unenthusiastic about activities you normally would enjoy. 4. Raise your risk for chronic disease Heart disease, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure – your risk for developing these conditions increase if your nightly sleep is routinely cut short. 5. Increase your odds of having an accident You’ve heard about people falling asleep at the wheel. Don’t let it happen to you!!!

6. Compound symptoms of depression The National Sleep Foundation notes that lack of sleep can cause feelings of hopelessness, sadness, and anxiety. Depression can also lead to sleep disorders. 7. Depress your immune system You may have a harder time fighting off illnesses if you’re not getting enough sleep. 8. Increase your chances of developing type 2 diabetes Research shows that inadequate sleep can impair your cell’s response to insulin, which causes your body to process glucose too slowly.

How to sleep better: Try going to bed and waking up at the same time each night to maximize your chances of getting enough sleep. And swear off the caffeine and alcohol in the evening, as they can disrupt sleep.

QUESTIONS

1.What is an important thing to do now that you are back in school?

Know where the emergency exits are located in case of fire

2. What are some of the items that you should have at home in the event of an emergency?

Blankets Warm coats, hats, and mittens for all family members Flashlights and fresh batteries A battery-operated radio and clock A car charger for portable electric devices (cell phones, etc) Containers filled with water and/or bottled water Canned or dried food and a manual can opener List of important phone numbers’ First aid kit

3. What is something that you can do to help provide better physical and mental health for yourself?

Exercise

4. How much sleep is recommended each night for the average adult?

Seven to eight hours

How much sleep is recommended each night for the average teenager?

Eight to ten hours

BONUS QUESTION Name this plane

BONUS QUESTION Name this plane Lockheed Constellation

Thank you !