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WebMD
Cabelas for Outdoor Survival
U.S. Center for Disease Control
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Equipped To Survive for Wilderness Survival
First Alert for Fire Safety
Harvard Medical School
Home Safety Council
Humane Society for Dog/Pet Information
KidsHealth Organization for a Wide Range of Safety Topics
NOAA for Natural Disaster, Weather, and Water Safety
Mayo Clinic for First Aid Safety
McGruff Organization for Stranger Danger and Crime Prevention
National Crime Prevention Council
NetSmartz Internet Safety
National Fire Protection Association
Sparky.org Fire Safety for Kids
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
U.S. National Library of Medicine and Institutes of Health
U.S. National Park Service
National Safety Council
Red Cross
REI for Outdoor Survival and Weather
Safety Kids Organization
SmartMotorist.com
Smokey the Bear
U.S. Fire Administration
Wilderness Survival
Oprah for Wellness and Prevention
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How can adults around children best teach the importance of safety?	Sideways Precipitation Finding. 	A device that allows short drivers to see out the windows. 	Shake and pull your arms and legs slowly to get free of the weeds.	A loud noise on a steep snow slope.	True. The sound of a whistle can be heard over much greater distances than your voice.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you easily make glass doors and large picture windows safer for everyone?	Shellfish.	A feeling that comes over drivers to make them more aggressive on the road. 	Seat belts don't always fit kids properly.	A new small-size SUV.	True. The poison dart frog of South America produces a toxin that is even more dangerous than snake venom. A single one of these frogs could kill up to 100 people	Safety Statistics	Play It Safe Game
How can you identify frostbite?	Send someone to call 911. 	A low area protected by tall trees.	Run to a friend's house.	A seat that will eject you from the car during a collision.	True. Stingrays have a sharp bulb filled with poison that can cause a painful and potentially fatal sting. You should see a doctor as soon as possible if stung.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you identify the poisonous black widow spider?	Seek medical help. Just by being in the presence of a bat you may have contracted rabies.	A low area/ditch away from trees. 	Run away.	A small white sac where the spider has placed its eggs on your skin.	True. Repetition is an effective way to teach a young child as they may be unable to follow directions or understand the consequences of their actions. Children also learn better when they are having fun, like playing a game! 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you identify the poisonous brown recluse spider?	Safety goggles.	A new sedan. 	Run away as fast as you can.	A term for the stress inherently associated with travel. 	True. Rabies is usually transferred by a bite and from the animal's saliva, but also an animal such as a cat, could  lick its paws and then pass on the virus.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you keep kids safe while enjoying fireworks on the 4th of July?	Run as fast as you can through the flames.	A proper diet. 	Roll down the windows and wait for the car to fill with water so you can open the door.	About 20 football fields.	True. Jellyfish have poisonous tentacles that can sting even after the jellyfish has died. Be careful where you step along the beach.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How can you prevent jellyfish stings?	Run around and play hard so you will sweat.	A red swollen area where two fang marks may sometimes be seen.	Rivers.	About 70%. 	True. In 2007 there were 12,261 wildfires caused by lightning while humans started 73,446! A lot of these were caused by children playing with matches.	Personal safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you tell how far away lightning is?	Run and find the nearest tree. Climb as high as you can and wait for the bear to leave. 	A region in Africa with many hippos. 	Riding toys. 	About 85%. 	True. If you build a bed of logs beneath the snow, it will stop the melting snow from putting out the fire.	Child Care Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you tell the difference between a grizzly bear and a black bear?	Roll up the windows and put on the lights, you will have hours of air to wait for rescuers.	A snow storm that lasts for many hours or even days.	Ride on sidewalks and crosswalks. 	Accelerate until you have gained control of your vehicle.	True. If you are in trouble and don't have any money or a cell phone, you can still use a pay phone. Just press 0 on the phone and ask to make a collect call to your house.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How can you treat shock?	Ride your bike immediately to get help. 	A strangle hold on the neck.	Remove all metal from your pockets. 	Age 1 and at least 20 lbs.	True. Fires kill more Americans each year than all natural disasters combined, and affect people from all backgrounds and geographic locations. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How do you treat a common nosebleed?	Rash around the stomach area.	About 3 football fields.	Raise the affected area in the air to reduce the blood flow.	All of the above.	True. Even some plants we eat regularly, like tomatoes, were once poisonous when they were younger.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How do you treat hypothermia?	Raise the legs and cover them in a blanket. 	About 33%. 	Rain water.	All of the above.	True. Even if your mobile home is tied down, you are probably safer outside, even if the only alternative is to seek shelter out in the open. Most tornadoes can destroy even tied-down mobile homes. If you can, seek shelter at a community shelter or a sturdy permanent building within easy running distance.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How do you treat skin exposure to poison ivy, oak, or sumac?	Pull over occasionally to check on the child. 	About 35%. 	Radial artery - thumb side of wrist. 	All of the above.	True. Bullies thrive on upsetting their targets, it makes them feel more powerful. Practice reacting without crying or looking red and upset. It takes a lot of practice, but it’s a useful skill for keeping off of a bully’s radar. See our website for more techniques for dealing with bullies.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How does a Komodo dragon normally kill a larger animal like a deer?	Pour water on it.	About every 30 minutes.	Radial artery - thumb side of wrist. 	All of the above.	True. Bees are attracted to flowers and sweet smelling perfume can draw them to you.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How far away from the storm center can lightning strike?	Pour salt on the leech - it will release itself.	Accelerate briefly until you can feel the road beneath your car again. 	Quiet, hot and dark. 	All of the above.	True. Because surfers spend more time in deeper water and look more like shark's prey than swimmers, surfers are more likely to be attacked.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How far away should you keep flammable objects from a space heater?	Place fingers in hot water.	Acetaminophen or ibuprofen. 	Quickly turn your wheel the opposite direction to counteract the skid.	All of the above.	True. Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before going outside so that a good layer of protection can form. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How far away should you keep flammable objects from a stove, fireplace, candle, or other source of heat?	Pick-up trucks.	Age 2 and at least 40 lbs. 	Pull your car off the road and move the deer body from the road to prevent further accidents. 	All of the above.	True. Always seek shelter, but you can use your cell phone or the remote handset of a cordless phone.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How far away should you keep flammable objects, including pot holders, dish towels and curtains from the stove?	Only swim in posted areas.	Air, heat and fuel.	Periodic exercise. 	All of the above. 	True. Almost nine times as many men are bitten than women.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How far from the railroad tracks should you stand when a train is passing?	One.	All-Terrain Vehicles.	Penguins.	All of the above. 	Trucks have (3) large blind spots as compared to passenger vehicles. Trucks have a left side blind spot toward the front of the cab, the right side blind spot is even larger since they can not see you directly beside the cab. The rear of the truck is a huge blind spot. You should also be careful when passing trucks. Do not pass and then pull in too soon and/or slow down after passing. Trucks require much more time to slow down than cars. Avoid the squeeze play when trucks make wide right turns. See our website to learn more.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How fast can the fastest bird of prey dive when hunting?	Once a year. 	An area near the toxic exhaust from the bus.	On the ceiling or wall.	Alligators dislike loud noises, scream and shout as loud as you can and the alligator should release you.	Though headlights may slightly impair your field of forward vision, they let other drivers see your vehicle from far away. You should always use your low beams rather than your high beams in heavy fog. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How is carbon monoxide produced?	Normal breath for 1 second, followed by second breath if chest rises. 	At least 10 characters.	Never wander in the dark without a flashlight.	Allow alligators to walk freely.	This was a hard one! The answer is D. You should not completely bury a fire because it will continue to smolder and could catch tree roots on fire. It will eventually surface and start a wildfire. See Smokey The Bear's advice on campfires through our website. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How is the West Nile virus spread?	No wait required if skies are clear. 	Attempt to swing from a tree as far as possible and swim the rest. 	Never hike quietly or at night.	Alternative heating device (space heater, fireplace or wood/coal 	This is true. Kids that bite their nails do get more warts. However, anyone can get warts, but they occur more often in children than adults. 	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
How long should you keep a child using a safety seat with a full harness?	Near the stove.	Auto-Function Circuit Inhibitor. 	Mushrooms.	An ABS doesn’t create any new dangers-only improved safety. 	This is true as swelling can occur rapidly especially if it is a poisonous snake bite.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
How long should you stay off the beach and out of the water after the last sound of thunder is heard?	Move your side mirrors until you can easily see the tail end of your car and aim your rear view mirror directly backwards.	Avoid it and enjoy it from a distance.	Motor vehicle accidents. 	Another name for shivering.	This is the signal for a stop. Hand signals are like turn signals and brake lights for bikers. They help drivers know what you will do next, so they don't run into you.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How many Americans are injured in house fires every year?	Mirror to signal planes. 	Avoid puddles on the road. 	Minivans.	Antihistamines. 	This is the signal for a right hand turn. Hand signals are like turn signals and brake lights for bikers. They help drivers know what you will do next, so they don't run into you.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
How many characters should you use to set up an Internet password?	Make loud noises and call for help. 	Avoid swampy areas where they live.	Millipedes are larger versions of centipedes.	Any body of water with breaking waves.	This is the signal for a left hand turn. Hand signals are like turn signals and brake lights for bikers. They help drivers know what you will do next, so they don't run into you.	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
How many days of supplies, at a minimum, should your emergency/disaster kit be able to accommodate?	Loud, hot and dark. 	Avoiding roads with many bars. 	Many layers, with a waterproof top layer. 	Any of the above would be considered safe.	This is called frostbite and occurs when you have been in the cold for too long, especially if your clothes are wet. If parts of your body feel numb get inside, change clothes, and seek medical help.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How many dog bites happen in the U.S. every year?	Loss of consciousness and fainting.	Bad luck.	Make as much splashing as possible to scare the shark away.	Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter. 	This is a second method for signaling a right hand turn. Hand signals are like turn signals and brake lights for bikers. They help drivers know what you will do next, so they don't run into you.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How many inches of moving water do you think it would take to actually knock you off your feet?	Lay on the ground with your pack on top of you, cover your head and neck, and play dead. 	Basement.	Make a big "X" or "SOS" in the dirt or snow.	As needed. 	They should be at least 9 years of age, but this will depend on your child. Children under 10 sometimes have difficulty fully understanding danger. See our website for age appropriate tasks for children and other kitchen tips.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How many inches should the guardrail on an upper bunk bed extend above the mattress?	Lay flat on the ground. 	Be careful not to let the plants touch the palms of your hands. 	Maintain a safe speed. 	As the sky begins to grow dark watch for the first bright star you can see - this will be the north star.	There is a high risk of strangulation when over 7 inches. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How many lightning flashes do researchers estimate strike the ground each year in the United States?	Lay flat on the ground.	Bears are aggressive animals that are constantly hunting humans.	Lukewarm.	Balloons and small balls. 	There are two types of single sensor alarms. Ionization alarms sound more quickly when a flaming, fast moving fire occurs. Photoelectric alarms are quicker at sensing smoldering, smoky fires. A dual sensor alarm combines both of these detection methods into one unit for optimal protection. See our website for more information and research what is installed in your home.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How many minutes will it take for a child submersed in water to lose consciousness?	Lay down, tilt your head back, while applying ice.	Blow 4 times.	Loud noises.	Baseball dugout. 	The triple threat of high speeds, impaired or careless driving, and not using occupant restraints threatens every driver—regardless of how careful or how skilled.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
How many residential fires were reported in 2006?	Large outdoor tent.	Brake lightly and steer towards the direction you want the front of the car to go.	Look for flashes in the air.	Bats can fly for miles on any given night.	The thumb has its own pulse which can interfere with detecting the victim’s pulse. You should use your first 2 or 3 fingers when checking for a pulse. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How much time do you have from the time a railroad crossing’s lights begin flashing until the train enters the crossing?	Keep the radio on to prevent sleep. 	Bright colors.	Locate the Big Dipper. Draw an imaginary line from the 2 stars at the end of the Big Dipper's bowl - these point to the north star which is part of the Little Dipper's handle.	Bears always stay at least 100 yards from all humans.	The tent and the picnic shelter may provide shelter from rain, but offer no real protection from a lightning strike; and being caught outside is not a good option. You should get to your car as quickly as possible.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
How often should an adult test a smoke alarm to make sure it is working? 	Keep sufficient weight balance in your car. 	Bring a sample of the plant and go tell an adult.	Leave the attic and tell an adult. You can get rabies if the bat bites you.	Bite area would turn black and blue quickly. 	The safest and best way to enjoy fireworks are public firework displays. Each July Fourth, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. Few people understand the very real risks - devastating burns, impairment of hearing/vision, fires, and even death. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
How often should the batteries in smoke alarms be replaced?	Keep shoes out of your bedroom.	Bulging eyeballs and a blue tint to the skin.	Lean the person over and give 5 forceful hits with the heel of your hand between the shoulder blades. 	Bleach.	The recommended setting is between 120-125°F; 140°F water can cause a severe burn in 6 seconds. You can test your water temperature with a meat thermometer in a tall glass of hot tap water. Use our website to learn how to adjust your water heater setting.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
How often should wood and coal stoves, fireplaces, chimneys, and all other solid-fueled heating equipment be inspected and cleaned?	Keep driving, the frightened/injured animal could attack you. 	Cabinetry and wall coverings.	Lead poisoning.	Blow a whistle.	The new law mainly addresses drain covers. The suction from existing drain outlets is strong enough to cause entrapment of hair or body parts. If a child is completely sealed on an unsafe drain cover the suction force can be over 500 lbs. The law only covers new equipment and existing public pools and spas. Find out more through our website.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
How often should you test your smoke alarms?	It's okay to collect a favorite toy when escaping a fire.	Call a doctor.	Lay down, with head flat, stuff each nostril with tissue.	Blow one time, wait 10 seconds, then blow 2 times.	The main reason is to prevent sunburns and getting blisters on your skin. Too much sun can also cause wrinkly skin and skin cancer when you are older!	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
How should you obtain water if you are stranded near a beach?	It is made in America with composite materials. 	Call the police.	Kill and destroy.	Bury the fire completely with sand or dirt.	The main difference is that you place two fingers on the breast bone to perform chest compressions. See our website for more detailed information. You can find first aid courses through many local organizations.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
If a person that appears to be choking is coughing strongly and/or able to talk, what should you do?	It could be counterfeit and illegal. 	Car with hardtop. 	Keep the heart above foot level and apply ice packs.	Caffeine for greater focus. 	The generally accepted rule is 3 days. Weather, exertion, and your health are all factors. People have survived longer, but 3 days or more without water is life threatening. Water is one of your first priorities in any wilderness or disaster situation.	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
If for some reason a child MUST be seated in the front seat of a car, what can you do to reduce their risk of injury?	Iodine. 	Car.	It is impossible to tell what kind of spider it is without picking it up. Catch the spider and examine it for black spots on its body.	Can I trust you?	The first thing you should do is have your Mom or Dad inspect the candy to make sure it hasn't been tampered with. No exceptions, no matter how tempting!	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
If there were a fire in your house and you are trapped on an upper floor and your exits are blocked by intense heat and flame, what would you do?	Infected mosquitoes.	Carefully remove the pan and put it in the sink.	It is about one inch long with a violin shaped mark on it's head.	Cats.	The biggest danger is overdosing. Medications could include the same or similar ingredients, consult a doctor and read labels carefully if you have any questions. 	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
If there were a fire in your house and you were trapped on an upper floor with your exits blocked by intense heat and flame, what would you do?	In bays leading to the ocean. 	Carefully shake out your shoes before putting them on.	It fits the child, the car, and is easy to use. 	Cell phone distraction. 	The back seat is generally the safest place in a crash. If your vehicle has a passenger side air bag, it is essential for children 12 and under to ride in back.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
If you are concerned that you can't observe your infant while they are in the back seat, what can you do?	Immerse the burn in cold water. 	Carotid artery - inside of neck.	Hurricanes. 	Centipedes have flat bodies, while millipedes are more rounded.	The answer is windows. Flying glass and other debris are a big danger during a tornado. 	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
If you are cooking a grilled cheese on the stove and the pan catches fire; which of the following should you do?	If used improperly you will go into a skid. 	Carotid artery - inside of neck. 	Hurricane.	Chameleon.	The answer is Severe Bleeding. In some cases when direct pressure and elevation are not controlling the bleeding, pressure points should be used. Bleeding from an artery can be controlled by applying pressure to the appropriate pressure point. Pressure points are areas of the body where the blood flow can be controlled by pressing the artery against an underlying bone. Pressure is applied with the fingers, thumb, or heel of the hand. See our website for more information. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
If you are driving along a highway and a deer comes into your path, what should you do?	House.	Centipedes live indoors and millipedes live outdoors.	Hot weather.	Climb a nearby tree and wait for help.	The answer is Radon Gas, a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and chemically inert. It is formed by the natural radioactive decay of uranium in rock, soil, and water. Low levels of uranium occur widely in Earth's crust. It can be found in all 50 states. Once produced, radon moves through the ground to the air above or into our homes. Unless you test for it, there is no way of telling how much is present. You shouldn't get crazy over radon, but you can test for it easily, and you can reduce its presence in your home. The National Safety Council has great resources; check out our website.	Stranger Danger	Play It Safe Game
If you are lost in the wilderness and you hear a helicopter, what should you do to help them find you?	House fires. 	Changing where your hands hold the wheel. 	Homicide/abuse. 	Concentrate on the right side of the road and keep driving normally. 	The answer is No. You should yell NO and run into the house! Don't say anything to this stranger. Go tell your parents.	Water Safety	Play It Safe Game
If you are lost without a compass, what can you use to help determine your directions?	Hot skin and a slow pulse.	Check a television weather station.	Hives, dizziness, and difficulty breathing.	Constant stomach ache.	The answer is never. At age 1 and at least 20 lbs. they may use a forward facing safety seat in the back seat. Always read your child restraint manual for instructions on properly using the restraint. See our website for more information. 	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
If you are standing in water or sitting in a bathtub what could happen if you touch an electrical outlet or hair dryer?	Hold up your jacket and make yourself look as big as possible while yelling and screaming. 	Check for signs of circulation. If there is no breathing or other sign of circulation, begin CPR. 	High fever and flu-like symptoms. 	Cotton sweatshirts. 	The answer is D. You should never use or answer a home phone during a storm. Also, stay away from all appliances, all water (sinks, toilets, showers), windows, and doors. See our website for a cool video on lightning.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
If you have a fever below 102° what medications do experts recommend?	Heat, light, and matches. 	Chihuahuas and Pugs. 	Hide under a tree.	Count the time between lightning flashes and the thunder. 	The answer is D. You should NEVER include ANY personal information in your password. And remember to always keep it safe!	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
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