CHAPTER 26

PERSONAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION

Personal Safety and Protection

• Personal Safety-steps taken to prevent yourself from becoming the victim of crime.
• Always be aware of your surroundings!
• There are many tips to keep in mind while your public.

TIPS

• Carry your phone and make sure it is in an say place to get too.
• Avoid walking alone at night or in isolated areas.
• Wear comfortable shoes so you can move quickly if need to.
• Carry your wallet or purse in a place that makes it difficult to grab.
• Tell your family where you are going. Call them if plans change.

Self Defense

• Self defense-any strategy for protecting yourself from harm.
• Have a strong, confident image.
• Criminals are more likely to attack people who look vulnerable and confused

Online Safety

• Keep your identity private.
• Keep online relationships online.
• Don't respond to inappropriate messages.
• Tell guardians what you're doing online.

Cyberbullying

• Cyberbullying-cruel or hurtful online contact.
• Be careful what you post online.
• Be careful how you word things. Someone may think its insulting.

Safety at Home and in Your Community

Accident Chain

• Unintentional injuries-injuries from an unexpected event.
• Accident chain-sequence of events that leads to an unintentional injury.

Keeping your Home Safe

• Accidents in homes in one of the top causes of injury and death in the U.S.
• Keep fire items away from children and never leave unattended food cooking
• Make sure smoke alarms work properly.
• Use a fire extinguisher if a fire does occur.
• Plan escape route incase a fire occurs.

House Safety Tips

• Be careful with your electrical system. Use safety caps on outlets.
• Keep stairs in good condition to avoid falls.
• Store all medications in childproof containers.
• Be properly trained to use a firearm before using one.
• Keep doors and windows locked during night to avoid intruders.

Community Safety

• Increase police presence.
• Neighborhood watch programs.
• Imrove lighting in public areas.

School Safety

• Schools should develop security procedures in case if an emergency.
• Students should report crimes if they occur.

Working Safety

• If you feel the work place in not healthy you should to call the OSHA
• OSHA-Occupational safety and Health Administration.
• 1-800-321-6742

Outdoor Safety

Outdoor Safety Tips

• Wear warm cloths if you are active in cold actives.
• Swim only in designated areas.
• Be prepared for emergencies.
• Make sure you wear a life jacket when you are in a boat.
• Tell someone when you leave and when you plan to be back.

Safety On The Road

Auto Safety

• Obey the rules on the roads.
• Use common sense while you are driving.
• Pay attention to the vehicle and the road!
• 25% of car crashes are caused by by distracted drivers.
• Don't drive when you are in an emotional state.

Sharing The Road

• Always use the side walk
• If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road.
• Wear proper equipment while skating and bicycling.

ATV saftey

• Only one person should ride an ATV at a time.
• Avoid taking an ATV out in paved roads.
• Avoid ATV drivers who have been using alcohol or drugs.