“How to reduce risk through practice and education in school” Charlotta Nyman Safety of the Individual Section

The work of the MSB section – Safety of the Individual Risk awareness – important for the preparedness Several target groups

Different ways to communicate Educational material – school and other educational arenas Dinsäkerhet.se (i.e your safety) – website Social media

Free educational material about…

Content and pedagogy Children's everyday life's in focus Increased knowledge – based on age ability Situations and scenarios that children can identify with

Age “Ellie and Jonas learn about fire” Pupil booklet Basic knowledge about fire Emergency number 112

Age 6 – 10 “We learn about fire” Pupil booklet Basic knowledge about fire Emergency number 112 The local fire and rescue service

Age 6 – 10 ”Save Klossköping from flooding”

Age 9 – 13 “An accident happens so easily” Pupil booklet Basic knowledge about fire Hazard substances Ice and water safety Emergency number 112 Arson

Age Web-based Information Security Training (ISA) On-line interactive training course Films, scenarios, quizzes Secure information handling and behavior

Age “Are you aware?” Web published educational material The various chapters cover for example: -Fire theory -Prevention and reacting in the event of fire -The emergency number 112 -Security policy -Natural disasters -Swedish defence

Example: education about natural disasters -Why do different types of natural disasters occur? -How can they be prevented? -What consequences can the climate change result in? -How can I, myself, reduce the emission of green house gases?

Example: education about natural disasters What does it mean – risk of flood? When is there highest risk of flood? What consequences can be the result? How can flooding be prevented? If the water-level rises, for example 2 m – what could be flooded in your community?

Age “Blackout” Role-play Preparedness for a prolonged power cut or blackout A trained role-play leader

Age ”Up in smoke” Education about arson, financed by MSB

Age Threats and risks to societal security and to peace in the world System in place to prevent wars and crises Swedish civil protection Emergency preparedness systems Swedish defense system Quiz

Safety in school Tips and advice for teachers on how to work with prevention and preparedness in a school environment.

Conclusion Wide range of approaches Increase the individual’s ability Focus on prevention and preparedness Risk aware individuals in adulthood Safer society

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