Safety For Kids

Safety For  Kids 

Safety For Kids

First let's know       Why is safety important for a child?

Keeping children of all ages safe and healthy is one of the most important tasks

of child care providers. because :

• ➤Children do not understand danger.
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• ➤Children are naturally curious and want to explore the world around them - and remember, the more
•  mobile they get the more adventurous they become!
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• ➤Children can wander off in the blink of an eye.
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• ➤Everywhere around them, particularly in the comfort of their own homes, there are many dangers - seen and unseen.
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• ➤It is our responsibility as parents and guardians to make sure our children's world is as safe as possible so that their exploration is injury-free and fun.

⏩Important Child Safety Tips                                                                                      for Parents of Younger Children

1. Post important personal and contact information in a central place in your home.

• The list should include parents’ names, street address, cell, home and work phone numbers, 911, poison control, fire department, police department and helpful neighbors, friends and/or relatives. Be sure to also include doctor’s names and any known allergies or illnesses.

2. Teach your child how and when to call 911.

• Discuss specifics of what an emergency is and when to call 911.
• Make sure kids know what information to give to the 911 operator.
• For younger kids, discuss the different roles of emergency workers and what they do.

3. Talk about “stranger danger.”

• Have a talk with your kids about who is allowed to pick them up from school or activities.
• Discuss the importance of walking in pairs.
• Be sure they always take the same route home from school and do not take short cuts.

4.  Practice street safety.

• Have children practice looking both ways before crossing into the street, show them how to use the crosswalk and obey the walk/don’t walk signals.
• Teach kids what road signs mean, such as a yield sign.
• Remind children about the importance of wearing a helmet with bike riding.

5. Talk to your children about fire safety.

• Have a family meeting and plan and practice escape routes in your home. Be sure to designate a meeting spot in case you get separated.

 

Safety For Kids