Teen Living Objective 13.02 Rate home safety practices Safety in the Home Teen Living Objective 13.02 Rate home safety practices
Most Common Home Accidents Falls & bumps Cuts Poisonings Fires & other electrical problems
Reasons for Accidents Carelessness Physical limitations
Falls Falls are most likely to happen on cluttered surfaces, slippery floors, and stairs
Cuts from Tools & Equipment Cuts most often occur in kitchens, workrooms, and outdoor areas
Cut Prevention Store sharp tools properly Keep knives and scissors away from children Wear gloves & goggles when using power tools/machinery Wear shoes with closed toes when operating a lawn mower Turn off the power and unplug any tool before fixing/adjusting it
Poisoning Most poisoning occurs in the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom
Preventing Accidental Poisoning Know about the poisons in your home Use childproof latches & containers Never put medicine/dangerous substances in a container without warning labels Store poisons behind locked doors
Electrical Injuries Most occur because of problems with plugs, wiring, outlets, and extension cords Improper use of appliances can also cause electrical injuries
Pilot Light A thin stream of gas that burns constantly and that is used to light burners in gas appliances
Smoke Detectors Devices that sound an alarm when they sense smoke They should be installed on every level of a home
Accident Prevention Childproof your home Offer assistance to those with special needs Prepare for emergencies before they happen Make your home safe for people with special needs