What are the 5 hazards?
- physical
- security
- fire
- food safety
- personal
Examples of safe features in a bedroom are…
- blinds with no cords
- bed guard on top bunk
- no toys at foot of bed ladder
- no pillows or blankets
Examples of safe features in a living room are…
- padded sofas and chairs with no sharp corners
- small items stored away safely
Examples of safe features in a bathroom
- shallow water in bath
- lockable cupboards
- secure bath mats
Examples of safe features in a hallway are…
- adult supervision when going up or downstairs
- stair gate
- clear away items such as toys
Examples of safe features in a kitchen are…
- parental supervision when child is cooking
- parental guidance on what child does
- covers on plug sockets
Examples of safe features in a garden are…
- sun protection
- free of litter and unsafe plants
- secure fences, sheds and gates
- no pools or ponds
- even ground
How can children be safe near/crossing the road?
- young children should be in direct supervision of an adult when near or crossing the road
- toddlers are safest on reins
- babies in buggies should wear a harness
- hold their hand at all times
How do you cross the road safely?
- do not cross on bends or hills
- avoid crossing between [arked cars
- make sure there is pavement on the other side
- try to cross at clearly marked crossings
- choose a place you can see all around clealy
What does the BSI/Kitemark stand for and mean?
It stands for British Standards Institution and is used to identify products where safety is paramount, for example bicycle helmets and smoke alarms. It isn’t a legal requirement.
What does the lion mark represent?
Appears on toys that have been made by a member of the british toy and hobby association toy fair. (safe and of high quality)
What does the age advice label mean?
The product is not suitable for ages between 0 and 3
What does the CE symbol mean?
By law, it has to be displayed on all new toys on the market in the EU
What does the children nightwear labelling tell you?
That the night garments meet the flammability performance requirements
What does PANTS stand for?
Privates are private Always remember your body belongs to you No means no Talk about secrets that upset you Speak up, someone can help
What are the 6 most common childhood accidents?
- choking and suffocation
- burns
- falls
- electric shocks
- drowning
- poisoning
What is social safety?
Social safety is about how we can teach children to stay safe in public, to stay away from people they don’t know and how they should react in certain situations.
How can a child stay safe in public?
- if someone grabs them they should scream, shout and wiggle and try to run
- make sure they know their personal details and who to tell them to
- do not answer the door alone
Who should a child approach if they cannot find their parent?
- police officer
- cashier
- another parent
- traffic wardens
What inappropriate content can be found online?
- cyber bullying
- grooming
- pornagraphic material
- hate crime
- swearing
- information leaks
