Safety and First Aid

Accident Prevention Follow safety rules Prevent: Falls, Poisonings,Electric Shock,

Fires, How to act toward strangers Internet safety

Safety/First Aid

Safety – preventing possible injury in an environment(surroundings)

Age groups: Young children Senior Citizens People with Disabilities

Stroke:

a blockage or opening in the blood vessels in the area of the brain causing a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain

4 questions to ask a person possibly having a stroke:

Stroke Test - FAST

Face Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb?

Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven? Arm Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to

raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? Speech Difficulty – Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to

speak or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like "The sky is blue." Is the sentence repeated correctly?

Time to call 9-1-1 – If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 9-1-1 and get the person to the hospital immediately. Check the time so you'll know when the first symptoms appeared.

What to do in place of stroke

If you recognize the person can’t do some or all of the test:

Call 911 Tell them your address Tell them you are concerned about a

stroke Tell them what you did-they will help you.

Prevent Falls

Keep floors clean and dry (friction) Use non-skid mats in showers, tubs,and

bathroom floors Use only sturdy ladders for high reaches Keep stairways and hallways brightly lit Keep stairways free of clutter Keep electrical cords away from doors and

hallways

Prevent Falls

Fasten rugs and carpeting securely to floor

Keep outdoor walks and stairs free of ice and snow

Prevent Electric Shock

Do not touch metal prongs of a plug when inserting it into an outlet

Do not plug too many appliances into the same outlet

Use safety plugs to cover unused outlets Do not allow electrical appliances to get

near water or use them when you are wet – GFCI – Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

GFCI Outlet

Used around water in homes

Prevent Electric Shock

Do not use the appliance if the electrical cord is damaged

Tell an adult if you see a damaged cord, wire, or electrical appliance

Poisonings A substance that causes injury,

illness, or death, especially by chemical means.

National Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222 Lehigh Valley Poison Control (610) 433-2311 Label poisons clearly and keep out of

reach of young children Store in original container

Poisonings

Read labels carefully before using medicines and household products

Store medicines and household products out of reach of young children

Check dates of medicines and dispose of any outdated

Properly dispose of empty containers that have held poisons and medicines

Safety Rules to Prevent Fires

Install Smoke detectors-check batteries Handle matches carefully Dispose of used matches properly Keep matches and other fire sources

away from young children Keep flammable materials away from heat

sources

Prevent Fires

Properly dispose of flammable materials such as newspapers, cardboard, boxes and old rags

Maintain electrical wiring replacing damaged cords, cracked plugs and loose connections

Never overload an outlet Never leave space heaters unattended

Safety Rules of Acting Toward Strangers

When someone knocks at the door or rings the bell, look through a window or peep hole to identify the person

Never open the door to a stranger Do not let the stranger know you are home alone If you are concerned they may try to enter your house,

call 911 Have an emergency phone number of a neighbor Have an emergency phone number for a parent Enter ICE in your phone contacts; In Case of

Emergency: emergency phone number-parent

Safety Rules of Acting Toward Strangers

Motorists: If they ask you for directions, keep several feet away from the car….tell them to ask an adult

Never enter a stranger’s car Anyone wearing a uniform should have a

company vehicle …concerns call the company

Internet

Facebook Twitter Password- keep private Permanent file – anything emailed is a

permanent file on the server Cyberbullying – Cyberbullying

What is cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying is the use of technology to harass, threaten, embarrass, or target another person.

What to do

Tell someone –parent,counselor, teacher Walk away- step away from computer or turn off

phone Resist the urge to retaliate or respond-save the

message or text for proof Report bullying to service provider Block the bully Be safe online-password protect cell and online

sites-change password often