Safety Mrs. Hill
Please write in complete sentences! Bell Ringer/Do Now- 03/04/19 How do you stay safe at home? Please write in complete sentences!
` Accident- an unexpected happening that can cause someone to be hurt or property to be damaged #1 cause of death in middle school age group
Electric Shock- a painful jolt caused by direct contact with electricity Damaged electric wire (replace) (cracked, worn, frayed covering, cut ect…) Keep cords covered and protected Don’t plug too many things into one outlet (can cause a fire) ELECTRIC SHOCK
ELECTRIC SHOCK Water and electricity don’t mix Make sure hands are dry Don’t stand in water Keep appliances away from the bath tub Toaster- never stick a knife in without unplugging the toaster ELECTRIC SHOCK
Fire Flammable-materials that burn easily Keep a screen in front of a fireplace Keep a safe distance from a campfire Never start a fire with gas (fumes are explosive). Keep stove clear of grease Clean out toasters regularly Clean out lint in your dryer regularly Fire
Poison-anything that makes a person sick when it gets in the body household items can be poisonous Some household plants are poisonous Store household cleaners out of the reach of children POISONING
POISONS Keep chemicals stored in their original container Use child safety latches Keep poison control number close to phone POISON CONTROL PHONE# (1-800-222-1222) POISONS