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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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“Spot the Tot” is a program run by Safe Kids Organization that encourages people to do what?	Your safety belt. 	13%	Your pet's name.	34%	Your Internet service provider (ISP), your Internet browser, and other software programs provide parent-controls for limiting access to known “bad-sites” and blocking unwanted material from your child. There are also software programs that track your child’s activity. Educate yourself on the Internet and call your ISP for help. 	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
A child should walk with an adult until they are at least ___ years old.	Your name.	15%	You should never sit near a fireplace.	41%	Your answer is correct only if you have practiced and documented your household fire safety plan in the last 6 months.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
A child with a concussion may lose consciousness, but this doesn't occur all the time. An undiagnosed concussion can be a risk for brain damage and even disability. Name at least 5 other signs that your child has a concussion.	You have problem solving abilities. 	25%	You know first aid.	50%	Your answer is correct if you know the sound it makes. If not, ask an adult to test the alarm for you to hear, as it is very important to be familiar with its sound!	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
A friend is crossing the railroad tracks on their bike and they get stuck. How long will it take an approaching train going 55 mph to stop?	You can share a seat belt with a friend.	26%	You both should ride home to get help.	55%	You should walk on the left side of the street and face oncoming traffic.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
A friend of the family stops you on your way home and asks you to get in the car because your Mom is sick. What is the first thing you should ask this person?	With toxic venom. 	28%	Yell loudly, stomp the ground and try to scare the bear away.	65%	You should tell your friend; "let's take a little break" and leave the pool. You should never swim without adult supervision. Sometimes adults, older brothers and sisters, or babysitters can forget about good safety rules, but you should know and follow the rules. If there was an emergency you might not be able to handle the situation by yourself.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
A hot water heater set at 150°F can cause a severe burn on children in how many seconds?	While passing.	30%	Wiggle your fingers around a lot.	75%	You should seek some professional help. Talk with your child's doctor, school counselor, or a mental health professional. You might also want to contact your local fire department - many have programs designed to teach kids who have set fires about the dangers and consequences of firesetting.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
A lightning storm has just passed and you’ve heard the last rumble of thunder. How long should you wait before going outside?	Where is my Mom?	35%	When your body loses more heat than it produces.	75%	You should run to low ground away from cars and trees. Lie flat and face down protecting the back of your head with your arms.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
A person has been struck by lightning and needs immediate first aid, but you are concerned they may still carry an electrical charge. What should you do?	When your body overheats.	40%	When they can use a booster seat. 	80%	You should replace them at least every year. Some smoke alarms will make a low chirping sound when the battery is low. You could make your birthday the annual battery replacement date - this is an easy way for everyone to remember. 	Water Safety	Play It Safe Game
About 90% of children's gun related shootings occur in the home or the home of a friend/relative. Name at least 3 things you should do to ensure the maximum safety for your family when you have a gun in the home.	When they are about 4’9” tall & 80 pounds. 	45%	When streetlights are turned on. 	90%	You should never be embarrassed or shy about your safety or someone else's. You politely tell an adult and remind them that leaving matches or lighters out is dangerous.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
About how many decisions does a driver make per mile?	When there are large groups of small, young children.	50%	When humans wander into a bear's territory.	95%	You should make sure an adult/family member has called 911. Once the firemen arrive, alert them to your dog's whereabouts so they can attempt to rescue it. Under no circumstances should you ever go into a burning building!	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
About how many different products are recalled each year by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)?	Wearing gloves, place a tin can over the bat and slide a piece of cardboard underneath the can to trap the bat.	81%	When driving straight. 	95%	You should maintain a first aid kit in your home and in your car. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
About how many fires were there in the U.S. in 2006 (all types)?	Wear a helmet. 	6	What is the code word?	7	You should let the person try to expel the object using his or her own efforts. Of course, if they can not expel the object or they can no longer cough/speak, call 911 and perform the Heimlich maneuver.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
About how many poisonings are reported to U.S. poison control centers every day?	Wash your hands after playing with pets.	7	Wear one pair of heavy socks.	12	You should learn how to swim. If you don't have a pool; ask your parents about swim lessons. There are sometimes free programs offered. Other good options are the YMCA, local parks and recreation programs, or the Red Cross.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
About what percentage of accidental childhood fatalities occur in and around the home?	Wash or rub dirt on the affected area.	8	Watery eyes or coughing. 	12	You should immediately flood the damaged area with cool running water to dilute and wash away the chemical. If the burning chemical is a powder-like substance, such as lime, brush it off the skin before flushing. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
About what percentage of families have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape plan?	Walk on a street with a lot of activity and people. 	9	Water from plants.	14	You should have someone call 911 and get professional medical help. If you ever suspect injury to the neck or back you should remain still and wait for a trained medical professional.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
About what percentage of smoke alarms will fail to operate properly by the time an alarm is ten years old.	Wait for the moon to rise and it will be the brightest star just above it.	10	Water from a running stream.	20	You should hand over your iPod. You can always replace your iPod but never replace your life. In any robbery situation it is best to give up your property—don’t give up your life. If you are robbed or assaulted, report the crime to the police. Try to describe the attacker accurately. Your actions can help prevent someone else from becoming a victim.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
According to safety experts, what percentage of child safety seats are installed and/or used incorrectly?	Wait for rain and collect the water in a bucket or natural container.	100	Walk across, heading slightly downstream with a long stick for stability.	200	You should grip the steering wheel firmly, remove your foot from the gas pedal, and work your way carefully to the roadside or exit, while using proper signals. After you have left the roadway and your vehicle has slowed to 30 MPH you can break lightly until stopped.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
According to the National Fire Protection Association, how often should you replace your smoke alarms?	Vitamins. 	400	Wait for about 30 minutes. 	247	You should go to a vacant parking lot, accelerate your vehicle up to 35-40 MPH, and brake hard. You should test your ABS in both wet and dry conditions to familiarize yourself with the system and how it will react to severe braking.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, what percentage of drivers admitted to falling asleep at the wheel?	Very similar to a red ant.	800	Use your horn and accelerate if the deer does not move. 	2,000	You should go down a slide with your face up and feet first.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
All states have a blood alcohol limit of .08% or above. If you weighed between 110-129 lbs., how many drinks would you need to consume in 1 hour to be considered illegal?	Very early morning before they start hunting	2,800	Use a scorpion repellent when you're in an area where scorpions live.	6,800	You should call 911 and then assist the injured person with appropriate first aid - they do not carry an electrical charge.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
Are all strangers mean and scary looking men?	Very deep snow.	20,000	Use a pair of tweezers to grasp the tick's head and pull straight out.	150,000	You should avoid tall furniture, windows, bookcases, anything that could fall on you.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
At what age can a child be allowed to ride in the front seat of car?	Use reflective stickers on children playing at night. 	150,000	Use a microwave to kill bacteria when cooking food.	500,000	You should always tell someone where you're going before you leave the house. If no one is home and you received permission ahead of time, then make sure you leave a note. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
At what age do you think you should be allowed to sit in front seat of the car?	Use a hot match to cause the tick to release itself.	187,000	Use a forward facing safety seat. 	981,000	You should always inform a friend or family member of your plans and route. If your group or family gets lost in the woods, your best bet for rescue is a friend or family member who will notice you are missing. Always call your contact immediately after you return home to let them know you are safe. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
At what age should children be allowed to use kitchen appliances such as mixers, blenders, and microwaves.	Unintentional injuries/accidents. 	550,000	Try to hit the alligator's eyes with any object you have or jam your thumb into its eyes.	2,500,000	You should always do what you know is the safe action - not what others do or what is popular. Of course you should put on your safety belt! You should also politely inform your friend and his family that safety belts are required, even for a short drive. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
At what age should you be allowed to ride your bike in the road?	Uncontrollable shivering and disorientation. 	 20 seconds	Toys with lead paint.	1 Gallon.	You need to wear a life jacket whenever you are on any kind of water vessel. In most states it is the also the law! So whenever you go boating or jet skiing simply ask for your life jacket first.	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
Before performing the Heimlich maneuver on a person choking, what does the Red Cross recommend that you do first?	Turn your high beams on to alert the other driver. 	1 foot.	Three.	1 minute.	You need to put your hands around your throat. This is called the "Universal Choking Signal."	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
Before swimming in any body of water with breaking waves, what water hazard should you look for?	Try to write down the license plate number and get a description of the car.	1 Quart.	They can be used after crashes as long as the outer plastic is not cracked.	1 second. 	You need to immediately stop talking to this person and tell your parent. Your parent will decide how to handle this situation.	Water Safety	Play It Safe Game
Besides a life jacket and sunscreen, what is a good item to wear when swimming in the ocean, lakes, and rivers?	Try to pat it so it knows you are friendly. 	15 minutes.	They are in a bad mood; leave them alone.	10 days.	You need to get away from this driver; turn right or exit the roadway as soon as possible. You should always call the police to alert them of an impaired driver, but do so only after you have safely escaped and pulled to the side of the road. Making a cell phone call when driving makes you an impaired driver also.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
Besides alarms and proper use of equipment, what can you do to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?	Travel in large groups.	16 inches.	The way snow crystals (flakes) bond with each other. 	10 times. 	You must say NO. People who are truly involved in the modeling business would never do this. Go tell a security guard or someone who works in a store. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Besides food and water, name at least 7 critical items that belong in your emergency/disaster kit.	Toys that contain lead. 	2 seconds.	The sun.	10-11 children.	You might need an escape ladder if you have a two story home or larger and your escape plan includes an exit from an upstairs window. Some of these are small expandable ladders that could fit under your bed. If you have one of these you should practice using it with an adult. See our website for a picture of one.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
Besides proper supervision, what is the best way to control your child’s access and activity on the Internet?	They should have a label that says the helmet meets the CPSC safety standard.	2 to 1	The lap belt must fit low and tight across the upper thighs. 	15 miles.	You could be electrocuted. Never turn electrical switches on or off, or touch an electric appliance with wet hands, while standing in water or sitting in a bathtub.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Besides smoke or CO detectors, what other item should be in every bedroom for fire safety?	They can have rabies. 	2 to 1. 	The increased use of electronics can result in brake failure. 	15 seconds 	You and your parents should have rules for answering the door. If you are not expecting anyone, don't open the door. If it's a stranger and they keep banging on the door, call the police or a neighbor.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
By the age of 12 what percentage of children have played with fire?	They are in shock.	20 lbs. or less.	The Hila Monster.	15 to 1. 	Yell NO and run back to your Mom or Dad. If you are alone, run and tell someone who works at the store.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
Can you mimic the sound of the smoke alarm closest to your room? Do you know what it sounds like?	The rule is a 36 inch minimum.	25 million. 	The entry/exit door of the bus.	15-20 Minutes. 	While wearing gloves, remove any obvious dirt or debris from the wound. Your first and foremost concern is to stop the bleeding. Don’t remove any large or more deeply embedded objects. Don’t probe the wound or attempt to clean it at this point. See our website for more information. 	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
Can you name at least 2 examples of a "good" secret? 	The moon.	3 days.	The dog is smelling something interesting.	18 inches.	When stopped and your light has changed to green, take one more look both ways before proceeding. Too many drivers consider the yellow light a ‘last chance’ to get through an intersection rather than a caution signal. You should take similar precautions at stop signs, parking lots, etc. On average, in 2006 there was a red light running collision every 20 minutes! 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Carbon monoxide can be detected in the following manner?	Tell an adult and wash your hands. 	3 feet. 	Teaches drivers to inspect around their car before driving. 	2 hours.	When performing chest compressions with infants, two fingers are used versus two hands for adults. When performing mouth to mouth for infants your mouth should cover both the mouth and nose of the infant (only the mouth for an adult). Learn proper CPR techniques! 	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
Children should not play with toys that have straps, cords or strings longer than _____ inches?	Swim or reach down to the bottom to find a sharp rock to cut yourself free.	3 seconds. 	Stomach cramps.	200 miles per hour.	When authorities provide directions to shelter-in-place, they want everyone to take those steps now, where they are, and not to drive or go outdoors. Do not attempt to pick your children up at school. The school should have a disaster plan in place and so should your place of work.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Children under 15 make up about 15% of the U.S. population. About what percentage of pedestrian accidents involve these children?	Sweating, sunburn, & numb fingers.	30 minutes.	Stay put in an open area and attempt to signal for help. 	30 minutes.	When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Unfortunately, less than 1/3 of those people who experience a cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location get that help. Most bystanders are worried that they might do something wrong or make things worse. That’s why the AHA has simplified things. Call 911 and then push hard and fast in the center of the chest. 	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
Describe at least two (2) of the exits you could use from your bedroom in the event of a house fire. Describe your first and second choice.	Sun-brewer.	39% difference. 	Stay in the room with the door closed, signal through a window with a cloth or flashlight, call 911 if you have a phone.	32 Million. 	Washing your hands is the easiest way to prevent the flu and common cold. These illnesses are often spread by germs on your hands and then by touching your mouth or nose. Learn the correct way to wash your hands through our website.	First Aid	Play It Safe Game
Do all strangers wear dirty and nasty looking clothes?	Stay very still, playing dead. The alligator will lose interest and go away.	3rd Degree.	Stay away from pets that have pinworms.	36 inches.	Vitamins contain a mineral called iron and an overdose can be serious, even fatal. It's critical to get immediate medical attention. Treat vitamins and medicines as dangerous poisons.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Do you know what your family's trusted "code word" is and who has access to it?	Stay Put.	4 Million. 	Spider bites are too small to be seen by the naked eye.	4,000°F 	Vacuum away cobwebs and dust from your smoke alarms monthly. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Drivers that talk on a cell phone are how many times more likely to have an accident?	Stay away from dry, warm places like attics where they can usually be found. 	4 times. 	SPF 15.	6pm every day. 	Use a class C fire extinguisher. Never use water on an electrical fire as the risk of electrocution is too great. Baking soda can also be used on a small fire. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Each year in the United States, 140,000 children wind up in emergency rooms due to poisoning. What type of poisoning causes the most fatalities in children?	Spider.	5 and 7 o’clock. 	Some can suck your blood.	7 million. 	Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage your eyes along with your skin. Selecting and using sunglasses with UV protection can keep your eyes healthy for life.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Experts recommend what temperature setting (in degrees) for a hot water heater with young children in the house?	SPF 4.	5 miles.	Solar well.	8 feet.	Turn off the burner, carefully slide a lid over the pan, don’t move the pan, and keep the lid on until the pan cools completely. Baking soda may also be used to suffocate the fire. NEVER PUT WATER ON A GREASE FIRE. Water causes the grease to splatter and the fire to spread. Also, NEVER attempt to take a grease fire outdoors. It will be too hot to carry and you will drop it, causing a major house fire. Check out our website to view a demo video to share with the kids. 	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Falls are a leading cause of unintentional injury for children 14 and under. These include things like in-home falls, baby walkers, windows, and playgrounds. Name at least 3 things you can do to reduce this risk.	Spaying and neutering. 	5 Minutes. 	Solar Pastimes are Fun.	8 feet. 	Try to get to a house as soon as possible. You may even want to cross the street to get away from these boys. Don't be afraid to run away or yell for help if you need to!	Home Safety	Play It Safe Game
For emergency/disaster planning purposes, how much water does a normally active person require for drinking, per day?	Soft, red skin. 	5-6 children.	Socializing with as many people and dogs as possible. 	80% difference. 	True. Your GFCI outlets can and should be tested on a regular basis. Learn more about testing your GFCIs through our website. 	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
From the onset of a fire, flames can totally engulf a residential home in how many minutes?	Snow.	6 inches.	Sleeping. 	9 and 3 o’clock. 	True. When a bee or other related insect stings you, its stinger gets ripped off and stays in your skin. Within a few minutes, the bee will die from its injury. If you are stung, ask an adult for help to take out the stinger.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
From which body part can you lose the most body heat?	Smoky odor. 	750°F	Similar to a large mosquito.	9 to 1	True. To drink the water, cut a cactus open, remove the pulp, and squeeze the water out into your mouth.	Fire Safety	Play It Safe Game
Generally, how many days can you survive without water?	Smoking. 	8 feet.	Shower every day.	A bite that causes severe bleeding and infection.	True. Tie rags or tufts of grass around your ankles and walk through dew covered grass before sunrise. As the rags or tufts absorb the dew, wring the water into a container.	Transportation Safety	Play It Safe Game
Having a house with working smoke alarms reduces your chances of a fatality from fire by how much? 	Sinks & toilets. 	90 miles per hour.	Shopping Cart Injuries.	A fire. 	True. This is why the first thing you do when getting in a car is to buckle up! This is also why adults are always telling you to buckle up even when you are only taking a short ride to the store or a friend's house. Now that you know the facts, it makes more sense to always buckle up. 	Wilderness Survival	Play It Safe Game
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