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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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What are the major steps in the Heimlich maneuver?                                      The answer is A. Never go back to an area where you think you may have gotten poison oak, ivy, or sumac. Tell an adult and wash your hands or rub dirt on the affected area.    Transportation Safety   Family Game
What are the major symptoms of a severe allergic reaction?                                      The answer is A. Most wolves will be scared off by loud noises such as screaming, not to mention when other people come to help you.    Fire Safety     Family Game
What are the symptoms of hypothermia?                                   The answer is A. Most children don’t have proper judgment skills with respect to speed, distance, spatial relationships and other abilities until they are at least 10 years of age.    Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What are the symptoms of shock?                                 The answer is A. Leave the water quickly but calmly. Sharks are attracted to motion in the water, so do not splash. Only if a shark is trying to attack you should you ever attempt to attack it back.  Home Safety     Family Game
What common food can cause botulism if given to children under 1 year of age?                                   The answer is A. Large-scale disasters make people stop and take notice, but it’s the smaller disasters that happen every day that do the most damage yet go largely unnoticed. In fact, four out of five Americans don’t realize the most common disaster threat is not hurricanes or floods - it’s home fires.        Personal Safety Family Game
What common over the counter pain medication is not recommended for children under 20?                                  The answer is A. Killing a bat may be necessary if you think the bat is rabid, but releasing it safely into the wild is the best option. Bats are important for the survival of world ecosystems. Never run at a bat as it might think you are a predator and try to bite you.  Transportation Safety   Family Game
What consumer product ranks 2nd in regard to childhood injuries/fatalities?                                     The answer is A. In any emergency always call 911. You should also learn about the Heimlich maneuver.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What do you have to wear when riding in a boat or on a jet ski?                                 The answer is A. If you see someone with these symptoms, call 911 immediately. They are in shock and need to see a doctor.      Transportation Safety   Family Game
What do you think is the most life threatening for children between 1-4 years of age?                                   The answer is A. If you plan on drinking, make sure to designate a sober driver. Driving and drinking is one of the most dangerous activities you could do.     1st Aid Family Game
What does "SPF" on sunscreen stand for?                                 The answer is A. If you are in a forest you could also stay near a smaller group of trees. But these choices only reduce your chances of being struck - the only real safe place is a proper shelter.   1st aid Family Game
What does a bedbug look like?                                   The answer is A. If a cougar is coming near you, you should try to scare it away. Unlike bears, cougars will still attack if you play dead. Cougars are also excellent climbers so stay on the ground.  Fire Safety     Family Game
What does a black widow spider bite look like?                                  The answer is A. Hypothermia can occur in any temperature below 45 degrees, but especially in cold or wet conditions.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What does AFCI stand for and what does it do?                                   The answer is A. Fires are scary and dangerous - they are loud, hot and the smoke makes them dark. You need to practice your escape plan to avoid confusion.    Transportation Safety   Family Game
What does it mean if a dog's ears and tail are standing up and it is staring straight at you?                                   The answer is A. Drunk driving accidents are often difficult to avoid. You should always wear your safety belt and drive alertly.       Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What does this bike hand signal mean (rear view)?                                       The answer is A. Drivers who travel alone should take time to pull off the road if they feel the need to periodically check on the baby. Compare your child traveling to your child sleeping. You probably don’t watch your baby sleep all through the night. A healthy baby properly secured in a safety seat should not need constant watching.       First Aid       Family Game
What does this bike hand signal mean (rear view)?                                       The answer is A. Dogs will also often bear their teeth and growl. If you see a dog acting like this, call an adult or back slowly away from it. First Aid       Family Game
What does this bike hand signal mean (rear view)?                                       The answer is A. Do not immerse large, severe burns in cold water, doing this could cause shock.        Stranger Danger Family Game
What does this bike hand signal mean (rear view)?                                       The answer is A. Children can choke on deflated balloons, or on pieces of popped balloons.      Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What first aid emergency requires knowledge of pressure points?                                 The answer is A. Blow three clear blasts, pausing a few seconds between each, then wait 5 minutes and repeat.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What holiday accounts for the most house fires than any other day?                                      The answer is A. Black widow spiders will have a small hourglass-shaped mark telling you to stay away. You should never handle a spider that might be poisonous. If you see one, you should tell an adult immediately. There are plenty of ways to avoid a black widow spider bite and you should check our website for more information.       Fire Safety     Family Game
What important thing should you do before exercising in hot weather?                                    The answer is A. Being careful not to allow other parts of your body to touch the affected area, wash with soap and water or rub dirt or sand on the rash. Covering the rash can lead to discomfort and accidental spreading.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is a car booster seat?                                     The answer is A. Always wear a pair of splash-proof polycarbonate goggles when jump-starting your battery. Your goggles should have a Z87 label on the frame. This means your goggles are certified for use during auto repairs.        First Aid       Family Game
What is a common symptom of Lyme disease?                                       The answer is A. All of the others are important, but most important is always driving at a safe speed that is appropriate for the driving conditions.  Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is a dual sensor smoke alarm?                                      The answer is A. After calling 911, you should make the person warm and comfortable and raise their legs. Do not give them anything to drink, even if they are thirsty. See our website for more information on detecting and treating shock.   Personal Safety Family Game
What is a good way to prevent being stung by a scorpion?                                        The answer is A, but breed is only one of many considerations and practices concerning pet safety. See our website for more information.        First Aid       Family Game
What is a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and why are they important?                                   The answer is "STOP". "S is for Stop, take a break, calm down. "T" is for "Think", your most important asset is your brain, use it and don't Panic! "O" is for "Observe". Take a look around you, assess your situation & options. "P" is for "Plan". Prioritize your immediate needs & develop a plan. First Aid       Family Game
What is a major factor in almost half of all fatal vehicle crashes?                                     The answer B. While knowing self-defense is not a bad thing, knowing how to avoid dangerous situations, how to solve problems, and how to administer and react to first aid situations are more important.      First Aid       Family Game
What is a pool entrapment accident and name at least 3 things you can do to prevent and remedy this dangerous accident?                                 Thanksgiving Day house fires cause more property damage and claim more lives than home fires on any other day; this is mostly a result of cooking fires.        Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is a safety "code word"?                                   Tell your Mom or Dad right away. In fact, if anyone, be it a teacher, another relative, or friend of your parents, is saying things to make you uncomfortable, tell your parents or another trusted adult.      Transportation Safety   Family Game
What is an inner cord loop in regard to mini-blinds?                                    Tell an adult immediately and have them search for and remove the stinger that could be in your skin. See our website for more information.     Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is and what usually causes a muscle cramp?                                 Teach them to swim. The best thing anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim - this includes adults and children. The American Red Cross has swimming courses for people of any age and swimming ability. To enroll in a course to learn or improve your ability to swim, contact your local Red Cross chapter. See our website for more information.      Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is best thing you can do to increase your children’s safety around water?                                  Tap the pedal or pull with your foot from beneath it to loosen it. If that fails, shift your car into neutral and pull your car to the side of the road.        Fire Safety     Family Game
What is happening when someone has clammy skin, a weak pulse, and is staring off into the distance?                                     Take your child with you. Never leave a child in a car even if the windows are open or the air conditioner is on.       Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is hydroplaning?                                   Symptoms of poisoning may take time to develop. However, if you think someone has been poisoned, do not wait for symptoms to develop before getting that person medical help. Call the National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222). This is a free and confidential service. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.       Personal Safety Family Game
What is hypothermia?                                    Swim across the rip current (parallel to the beach) until you escape the current and then swim to shore.        Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is it called when parts of your body freeze?                                       Swim across the rip current (parallel to the beach) until you escape the current and then swim to shore.        Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is leading cause of fires in the home?                                     Studies have shown that drivers make about 200 decisions per mile. This is why it is so critical to remain ever diligent while driving. Avoid distractions and cell phone usage, and never consider driving while impaired by alcohol or medications.   1st Aid Family Game
What is most the common type of disaster in the U.S.?                                   STEP 1: Connect one end of the Positive(+) cable to the Positive(+) post of the dead battery. STEP 2: Connect the other end of the Positive(+) cable to the Positive(+) post of the good battery. STEP 3: Connect one end of the Negative(-) cable to the Negative(-) post of the good battery. STEP 4: Connect the other end of the Negative(-) cable to a good solid shiny, non-painted metal part of the engine on the dead car.     First Aid       Family Game
What is NOT a way to prevent an attack from an alligator?                                       Stay on major highways whenever you can. An overwhelming 86 percent of traffic fatalities happen on side roads and byways. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration only 14 percent occur on major highways.     Transportation Safety   Family Game
What is one thing you can do to prevent bedbugs in your room?                                   Stay low to the floor as you exit - with your head about 1-2 feet above floor. Smoke rises during a fire and the safest air is down low. However, some toxic gases sink to the floor which is why the 1-2 foot level is the best air.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is phishing?                                       Stay low to the floor as you exit - with your head about 1-2 feet above floor. Smoke rises during a fire and the safest air is down low. However, some toxic gases sink to the floor which is why the 1-2 foot level is the best air.   Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is road rage?                                      Stay away from electrical appliances like hair dryers and radios. Always keep electrical devices away from showers, sinks and bathtubs. Remember that when you're wet, your body makes a good conductor for electricity, which means electricity can flow through you and cause severe injury.  Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is the best location to check for a pulse on a child or adult?                                     Statistically, fog is the most dangerous driving hazard - getting completely off the road and waiting for the fog to lift is the best choice, but if you insist on driving:1-Use fog lights and low beams. 2-Do not use high beams or flashers. 3-Increase your safety gap to at least double with the car ahead of you. 4-Slow down and monitor your speed. 5-Use wipers and defroster. 6-Begin signaling and braking early. See our website for more information.     Wilderness Survival     Family Game
What is the best location to check for a pulse on an infant?                                    Space heaters draw a lot of current and could melt the extension cord and start a fire. This is also true for other large appliances.   First Aid       Family Game
What is the best way to avoid a dangerous encounter with a stingray as you walk into the water?                                 Shut off the circuit at the fuse box and have it checked by an electrician.     Water Safety    Family Game
What is the best way to become familiar with the operation of your car’s anti-locking brake system (ABS)?                                       Shuffle your feet as you walk into the water. This helps prevent you from stepping on them and also creates enough noise and disturbance to make them leave the area.   Water Safety    Family Game
What is the best way to capture a bat in your home?                                     Shout NO and start running. Run to the nearest house or store and call the police. Even though this lady looks nice, you don't know her, so she is a stranger.  Fire Safety     Family Game
What is the best way to help prevent your child from unwanted advances/abuse?                                   Saying “stay calm” is not correct. Proper preparation and practice is the best way to stay calm and get out safely. Practice your family fire escape plan at least 2 times per year.    First Aid       Family Game
What is the best way to minimize the scary and confusing aspects of a house fire?                                       Say NO! Never, ever go with someone you do not know. Your mom or dad will tell you which adults are considered safe and allowed to pick you up in an emergency situation.       Personal Safety Family Game
What is the best way to prevent being bitten by a snake?                                        Say NO and go. Never go wandering off with a stranger. An adult should ask another adult for help, not a child. Wilderness Survival     Family Game
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