Safety at Home and School

Safety at home and school

Many accidents occur in our schools as well as at home, with children and those with handicaps being more prone to accidents. The common accidents at home and school include drowning, poisoning, choking, cuts and scratches, falls, bites, and electric shock.

Common accidents at school and home

Common accidents and how to prevent them

Accident	Prevention and Safety Tips
Fire burns and scalds	Switch off Bunsen burners and cookers when not in use.
Drowning	- Don't go swimming alone. - Use a bridge when crossing rivers and streams. - Avoid going near water bodies when it's dark. - Don't allow children to play near water bodies. - Cover or fence all pools of water in the home or school.
Poisoning	- Label all containers clearly. - Store all poisonous substances in a safe, lockable place when not in use. - Induce vomiting if a person has swallowed kerosene. - First aid helps to rescue the victim. - Reduce the rate at which poison spreads in the body.
Choking	- Don't talk while eating. - Sit upright when eating or drinking. - Eat slowly and avoid eating competitions. - Do not give children small objects to play with as they could put them in their mouths.
Bites and stings	- Don't irritate animals. - Stay away from beehives and wasp nests. - Cut bushes and fall grasses that could harbor dangerous animals.
Cuts and scratches	- Store sharp tools in a safe place. - Properly dispose of broken glass and empty tins. - Do not walk barefoot outside. - Don't plant thorny bushes very close to walkways. - Do not give children sharp objects to play with.
Electric shock	- Switch off electrical appliances when not in use. - Do not touch electrical equipment with wet hands. - Ensure all electrical appliances are properly installed. - Do not push sharp objects into electric switches.
Falls	- Always walk carefully. - Avoid playing dangerous games like climbing trees and walls. - Put up signs to indicate where there are stairs or steps. - Do not run unnecessarily. - Wipe up spilled liquids on the floor immediately. - Do not leave fruit and vegetable peels on the floor.