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Do Now: What is Safety? Give an example of a safety hazard?

2. Safety
Mr. Royer

3. Accident- an unexpected happening that can cause someone to be hurt or property to be damaged
#1 cause of death in middle school age group

4. Electric Shock- a painful jolt caused by direct contact with electricity
Damaged electric wire (replace) (cracked, worn, frayed covering, cut etc…)
Keep cords covered and protected
Don’t plug too many things into one outlet (can cause a fire)
ELECTRIC SHOCK

5. ELECTRIC SHOCK Water and electricity don’t mix Make sure hands are dry
Don’t stand in water
Keep appliances away from the bath tub
Toaster- never stick a knife in without unplugging the toaster
ELECTRIC SHOCK

6. Fire Flammable-materials that burn easily
Keep a screen in front of a fireplace
Keep a safe distance from a campfire
Never start a fire with gas (fumes are explosive).
Keep stove clear of grease
Clean out toasters regularly
Clean out lint in your dryer regularly
Fire

7. Poison-anything that makes a person sick when it gets in the body
household items can be poisonous
Some household plants are poisonous
Store household cleaners out of the reach of children
POISONING

8. POISONS Keep chemicals stored in their original container
Use child safety latches
Keep poison control number close to phone
POISON CONTROL PHONE#
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POISONS

9. Using what you Learn Using What you learn:
Create a safety checklist with at least 10 items that will help keep or make your home safe.
Using what you Learn