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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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True or False? Sweet smelling perfume can attract bees to you?                                  The answer is B. Layers along with indoor breaks from the cold can help prevent frostbite.      Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? Syrup of ipecac should be kept at home for the potential treatment of poisoning.                                 The answer is B. It only takes 6 inches of moving water to knock you off your feet. Think about this when swimming in the ocean or especially around rivers. Water is very powerful! Make sure you go to our website to see the awesome video about water power and flooding.   Home Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Teaching your children about strangers; and how to avoid, get help, and get away will prevent abuse.                                     The answer is B. It is not required that a child’s feet touch the floor, especially when using a booster seat. However, it is preferred when they are older and no longer using a booster seat.         Wilderness Survival     Safety Game
True or False? Teaching your children to maintain a "poker face" or holding in their anger is one effective response to bullying.                                       The answer is B. Inspect all heating equipment annually, and clean/repair as necessary.         Home Safety     Safety Game
True or False? The best way to find out about product recalls is to contact the manufacturer.                                   The answer is B. Improper steering in vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) can send the vehicle veering dramatically out of control. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has found when drivers are about to hit something, they often panic, jam on the brakes, and jerk the wheel. ABS allows drivers to steer around an obstacle in an emergency, but too much steering such as jerking the wheel while braking sends the vehicle out of control. You need to learn how to safely use your ABS.   1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? The narrowest part of the stream is the best place to cross.                                     The answer is B. If your skin is leathery or charred you have a 3rd degree burn. You must get help immediately.         Child Care Safety       Safety Game
True or False? The popular holiday plant, the poinsettia, is extremely toxic if ingested.                                       The answer is B. If you absolutely cannot find a shelter, get into the "lightning safety position," squat down near the ground with your heels touching and put your hands over your ears. If lightning strikes near you it will be very loud - protect your ears.      Water Safety    Safety Game
True or False? To treat a snake bite you should raise the arm or leg above heart level and attempt to suck out the venom without making any incisions.                                  The answer is B. Grizzly bear attacks are mostly defensive, meaning they are just testing you out. Unless you frighten or surprise them, they will usually lose interest in you and leave you alone.    Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Unlike some outdoor plants; all houseplants are safe to eat or touch.                                    The answer is B. Feeding moose can be dangerous and can create a dependency on humans and our food. Running can provoke a moose as well, so they are best enjoyed from a distance of at least 50 feet.  Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Use of anti-bacterial soaps reduces the risk of infectious diseases/colds at home?                                       The answer is B. Do not attempt to head back. Stay Put! Help will be on the way once the rest of your group discovers you are missing.  Wilderness Survival     Safety Game
True or False? Using a whistle is more effective than shouting to attract attention in an emergency.                                    The answer is B. Consult our website for information on what to do in various scenarios.        Wilderness Survival     Safety Game
True or False? When a rattlesnake coils into a ball it's letting you know it is angry?                                  The answer is B. Cars with a hardtop roof are safe if you can not reach a building or home. If you seek shelter in your vehicle, make sure all doors are closed and windows rolled up. Do not touch any metal surfaces.         Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? When going on a hike with your family, you should always be able to depend on the weather forecast.                                      The answer is B. By being on the lookout for washed up or swimming jellies, you can avoid being stung. Jellyfish do not pursue you like other animals and they move very slowly. If you see jellyfish where you are swimming, simply move to a different area.  Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? When going on a short day hike, you should always review and prepare for the weather that is forecasted on your local news station/Internet.                                     The answer is B. Between 1997 and 2006, an average of 3,760 Americans lost their lives and another 20,010 were injured annually as the result of fire.  1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? When performing the Heimlich Maneuver on adults, the hands should be placed over the breast bone and the lower rib cage.                                 The answer is B. Be sure to tell an adult if you're hot and you have a headache or feel dizzy or nauseous (like you're going to throw up). The grown-up will want to get you out of the sun, give you liquids to drink, and take you to a doctor, if necessary. Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? When playing at the playground, it is a good idea to wear your bicycle helmet for added protection?                                      The answer is B. And 8% of drivers admitted to falling asleep at the wheel in the past six months. Get more information on how to avert this danger on our website.     Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? White is the best color you can wear to be seen by drivers on your bicycle?                                      The answer is B. Always keep at least three seconds between you and the car ahead of you to allow yourself adequate time to brake if something goes wrong. See our website for rules in difficult weather conditions.   Safety Statistics       Safety Game
True or False? Wolf spiders are large hairy spiders than can poison humans.                                     The answer is B. Always be prepared with a hat if you are traveling in a place where you could get caught in the cold.  Home Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Wolves can be easily captured and trained just like any other dog.                                       The answer is B. Also be sure to turn off the stove burner and keep the lid on until the pan has completely cooled.     Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? You are more likely to die from a shark attack than from a coconut falling from a tree.                                  The answer is B. According to a study by the New England Journal of Medicine, drivers that talk on cell phones are 4 times as likely to have accidents. Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You are now allowed to ride in the car with an adult safety belt. However, the shoulder strap is too high for you. You should place the strap under your arm to prevent injury to your neck or face.                                     The answer is B. A severe allergic reaction could have various other symptoms and can occur immediately or hours later. If you believe someone is having an allergic reaction, check for any medications they may have, such as an auto-injector of epinephrine (for example, EpiPen) and call 911 immediately. 1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? You are probably safer out in the open rather than staying in a mobile home during a tornado?                                    The answer is B. A bedbug is about the size of a pencil eraser, a flat, reddish-brown bug. See our website for more information.        Water Safety    Safety Game
True or False? You are sleeping in your bedroom and the smoke alarm sounds. You should immediately exit through your bedroom door.                                      The answer is B, every month. You should ask your parents if they can show you how the alarm is tested and maybe you can help with the monthly testing when you are old enough. Wilderness Survival     Safety Game
True or False? You are treating a severe cut. The gauze becomes soaked with blood. The best thing to do is remove the gauze and apply new sterile gauze.                                        The answer is B, but this can involve thousands of restraints. You can register for email notifications of restraint and tire recalls with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and also register your restraint with the manufacturer. Do this easily at our website.    Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You believe your child has swallowed a poisonous/toxic liquid. The initial first aid procedure is to induce vomiting to remove the poison.                                       The answer is B, an eagle. Only mammals can get rabies. Make sure all your pet mammals are vaccinated.  Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? You can be stung by a jellyfish that has washed up on the beach.                                 The answer is B, 5 minutes. Time is critical! A home fire can double in size in just 30 seconds. You must know what to do to get you and your family out safely, with an objective of 2 minutes or less. A closed door is often the best way to stall a fire; by closing the door, you may save yourself seconds to use an alternate escape route.      Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? You can find drinkable water inside cacti.                                       The answer is at least 5 inches to keep kids from rolling off. Children should be at least 6 to occupy the upper bunk. There are other safety concerns with bunk beds that you should review at our website.    Internet safety Safety Game
True or False? You can get rabies from being scratched by an animal.                                    The answer is A. Your stomach can absorb cold water faster than warm water and it helps to cool you down.       1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? You can start a fire when there is snow on the ground.                                   The answer is A. You should take a route where people are around and can help you in an emergency.      1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? You can test the GFCI outlets in your home without an electrician.                                       The answer is A. You should not collect toys, look for pets, or try to put out a fire yourself. You need to get out quickly per your escape plan.       Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You can use a pay phone even if you don't have any money.                                        The answer is A. You should not attempt to swerve around the deer as this can confuse them and lead to a crash. Be alert to other deer as they often travel in groups.  1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? You have fallen through the ice while skating on a pond. You should remove your heavy winter clothing as it will weigh you down.                                 The answer is A. You should never use hot water, a hair dryer or a heating pad to treat potential frostbite. These areas are numb and could be easily burned without you feeling it. See our website for more information.      Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You should apply a cold compress or ice pack as first aid for a poisonous snake bite?                                    The answer is A. You should go to the lowest floor possible, a small center room, under a stairwell or interior hallway with no windows.        Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You should apply a tourniquet to a person's arm or leg as first aid for a poisonous snake bite?                                  The answer is A. You should always drink safe water first, but if you need to, iodine can clean water for you. Salt and bleach can lead to poisoning or dehydration, and a tee-shirt is not fine enough to filter out bacteria and viruses.     Transportation Safety   Safety Game
True or False? You should break blisters on a minor burn to remove bacterial fluids.                                    The answer is A. Unintentional injury/accidents is the leading cause, with motor vehicle accidents being the leading incident - this is the same for children 5-14.     Home Safety     Safety Game
True or False? You should break blisters on a minor burn to remove bacterial fluids?                                    The answer is A. Twilight hours can be the most difficult driving hours because yours eyes are adjusting to the new darkness. Turn your lights on and practice safe night driving as soon as the sun goes down.         Water Safety    Safety Game
True or False? You should never eat any red plants or berries.                                  The answer is A. Try to exit the ice hole from the direction you came from. You know the ice supported you before, and going in the opposite direction may only lead to more weak ice.  Wilderness Survival     Safety Game
True or False? You should try to take different routes when you walk to and from school or the bus stop.                                        The answer is A. There is a 10 foot area surrounding the entire bus where the driver can not see you. Older kids who must cross the street, must do so in front of the bus and only when the driver signals "OK". Never assume cars will always obey the bus stop signals, look when getting off the bus, and of course again, when crossing. See our website for more information.     1st Aid Safety Game
True or False? Your body needs more food than water in order to survive.                                        The answer is A. The West Nile virus is spread by mosquitoes, although not all mosquitoes are infected, not everyone that is bitten will get the virus, and kids rarely get sick. The symptoms are very similar to the flu.     Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Your car has an anti-locking brake system (ABS), and while applying the brakes fully you hear a loud grating and/or rapid break pedal pulsation. You should slowly release the breaking pressure or pump the breaks to prevent break damage or loss of braking.                                  The answer is A. The poison dart frog carries enough poison on its skin to kill up to 100 people. It is used to make darts for hunting, hence its name. Fire Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Your children are getting older and they constantly play and fight in the back seat. To avoid distraction it is safer to move one of the safety seats up front.                                  The answer is A. The expert advice is no closer than 36 inches or 3 feet. This includes items like a wood stove or space heater - your clothes could easily catch fire. Home Safety     Safety Game
True or False? Your family dog will never bite you because it is familiar with you.                                     The answer is A. The answers are all common, high incident accidents and are listed in ascending order. You can find out more information on prevention through our website.    1st Aid Safety Game
Under what situation is a grizzly bear most likely to attack?                                   The answer is A. The adult lap and shoulder belt system alone will fit most children when they are at least 4’9” tall and weigh about 80 pounds. Always consult your car manual and ensure a proper fit.        Transportation Safety   Safety Game
Using the hands of a clock for reference, what is the correct “time” for holding a steering wheel?                                      The answer is A. See our website for more information.  Internet safety Safety Game
We all know cigarettes are the leading cause of lung cancer. What is the 2nd leading cause?                                     The answer is A. See our website for more information on the CPR procedure.     Transportation Safety   Safety Game
What 2 simple techniques can you use to make cooking on the stove top safer with children in the house?                                 The answer is A. Road rage can be a few words muttered in the safety of your car all the way up to assault or even murder. The best way to avoid road rage is to remain calm, safe, and obey traffic laws.      1st Aid Safety Game
What are “safe spots” - name a few examples?                                    The answer is A. Residential fires represent about 25% of all fires in the U.S. That’s about 47 fires every hour!       Home Safety     Safety Game
What are the "no zones" or blind spots when sharing the road with large trucks?                                 The answer is A. Remember the 3 foot rule with all heating equipment -this also applies to wood stoves, fireplaces, etc.        Fire Safety     Safety Game
What are the initial symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?                                     The answer is A. Polar bears are a threat to humans, and should be regarded from a distance. Polar bears eat mostly seals. Adult walruses have been known to attack polar bears, especially when the bear is swimming.  Home Safety     Safety Game
What are the major differences for CPR techniques on an adult versus an infant?                                 The answer is A. No poison kills more children than iron. It’s a common mineral found in colorful, sweet children’s multivitamins. Because a vitamin overdose can be serious, even fatal, it’s critical to get immediate medical attention. Treat vitamins and medicines as dangerous poisons.  1st Aid Safety Game
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