Ways to Prevent Injuries Away from Home 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Playground Safety As a parent, what would you look for when you are inspecting a playground? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Water Safety Drowning happens in a matter of seconds. How does this make you feel? Water Safety Drowning happens in a matter of seconds. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Playground Rules Inspect for hazards: broken equipment, animal waste, hazardous garbage (medical waste and glass). Mulch thickness for safety. Swing placement (too near other equipment). Fencing to keep children away from traffic. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Water Safety My child is in the swimming pool. I get a call and must leave the room to take the call. What is the right action to take? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Water Safety Never leave a child unattended near water! Do not rely on floaties or water wings. Drowning happens in a matter of seconds! 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Water Safety Cont. Enroll children over age 3 in a swimming class. Never let older children swim in rock quarries, canals or ponds alone. Never dive into these either! Be aware of boaters and the safety rules on the lake. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Water Safety What are safeguards you need to take if you have a home pool? A 4-sided fence. At least 4’ high 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Water Safety Can a child drown in a toilet? *Yes! Use toilet seat locks. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Water Safety Review If a parent enrolls a child in a swim class does this mean they cannot drown? Why should you not let your child swim in rock quarries, canals, and ponds? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Remember, children can drown in as little as 1 inch of water and it can happen in no time at all. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Vehicle Safety Vehicles, yes we must all use them to go places? Do you know what the safety procedures are for restraint system safety for young passengers? Did you know that age and size of your child affects restraint systems? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Child Safety Seats One of the most important pieces of equipment is a child safety seat. Children should be restrained using the appropriate car seats for their size and weight. Consider attending a child safety seat check.   Child safety seats are the law. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Car Seat Information Infant ONLY seat: Up to 22 lbs. Convertible seat: Up to 40 lbs Children must face the back for the 1st year and weigh at least 20 lbs. Booster seats: 4-8 years. Never seat a child 12 or younger in the front seat w/airbags! 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Child Safety Seats Review What is the correct procedure for riding with an infant in a car? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Two Types of Infant Seats Review Infant only seats Convertible seats 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Car Seats for Older Children Review Do you know what kind of car seat a 4-8-year-old needs? How old does a child have to be to sit in the front seat of a car? 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Bicycle Safety What guidelines does a child need to know for riding a bicycle safely? *Follow the rules of the road. *Learn hand signals for turning. *Always wear a protective helmet. *Ride close to the curb. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Pedestrian Safety Do not play near parked cars Stop and look both ways when crossing the street Teach children to recognize signals, such as stop signs, walk signs, and traffic lights. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home Pedestrian Safety Younger children should hold an adult’s hand when crossing a street. A group of children can form a line, holding hands, behind the adult who is supervising them. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home

2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home It is your responsibility as a parent to give these children a safe, secure environment away from home. 2.02-Preventing Injuries away from Home