1. Ways to Prevent Injuries Away from Home
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Playground Safety
As a parent, what would you look for when you are inspecting a playground?
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3. Water Safety Drowning happens in a matter of seconds.
How does this make you feel?
Water Safety
Drowning happens in a matter of seconds.
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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.
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5. 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?
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Water Safety
Never leave a child unattended near water!
Do not rely on floaties or water wings.
Drowning happens in a matter of seconds!
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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.
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Water Safety
What are safeguards you need to take if you have a home pool?
A 4-sided fence.
At least 4’ high
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Water Safety
Can a child drown in a toilet?
*Yes! Use toilet seat locks.
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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?
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Remember, children can drown in as little as 1 inch of water and it can happen in no time at all.
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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?
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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.
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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!
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15. Child Safety Seats Review
What is the correct procedure for riding with an infant in a car?
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16. Two Types of Infant Seats Review
Infant only seats
Convertible seats
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17. 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?
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18. Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
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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.
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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.
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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.
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It is your responsibility as a parent to give these children a safe, secure environment away from home.
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