SAFETY RULES IN DIFFERENT PLACES

Introduction:

Safety means protection form danger or risk. Modern Men lead a busy
life both at home and workplace as he has to give maximum service at
minimum cost of times , so he is likely to commit a mistake or he is likely to
face risk/danger, this risk factor is more at workplace and on the road than at
home, So the remedy is to follow safety rules to minimize risk or reduce danger.

Different types of safety Rules :-

To prevent unnecessary injuries and illness so we following these guide

lines

At Home:-

Home safety refers to awareness and education of risks and potential

dangers in an around at home which may cause bodily hard, injury or even
death to thase residing in and around the physical structure of a home

 How to be careful to our home:-

21 HOME SAFETY RULES FOR CHILDREN:

1. PUT AWAY DRUGS SAFELY: Drugs of all sorts, should be kept away
safely from children. 21 HOME SAFETY RULES FOR CHILDREN

2. KEEP CHEMICALS AND DETERGENT SAFELY AROUND THE

HOME: Make sure chemical substances are not left lying around the home, eg
antiseptic like dettol,bleach, kerosene, liquid detergent, fancy looking bar soaps
etc.These substances should be properly kept away from the prying eyes of
children, especially toddlers except when they are needed. 21 HOME SAFETY
RULES FOR CHILDREN
3. MOUNT YOUR ELECTRONICS IN A WAY THAT WILL NOT BE
REACHABLE TO TODDLERS OR OTHER SMALLER CHILDREN: It is
better you place your electronics like Television, Home theatres, DVDs,
Speakers etc in a position where little children cannot get easy access to them
,except the older children. You can mount appliances like television on the wall
or get a high platform to place the others, they should not be laid on the floor.

4. INSTALL A FIRE ALARM IN THE HOUSE: This is an equipment that

detects smoke/fire in the house. Make sure you teach your children how to
recognize and differentiate the sound of this equipment from other sounds.
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5. INSTALL A SMOKE DETECTOR IN THE HOUSE: This is also an

equipment that can easily detect smoke or gas leakage in the house especially
homes that make use of gas appliances. 21 HOME SAFETY RULES FOR
CHILDREN A SMOKE DETECTOR

6. MAKE SURE YOU CREATE ESCAPE DOORS OR ROUTES INCASE OF

A FIRE INCIDENCE : Your children should be aware of escape routes around
the house ,aside from the main entrance ,in case of an emergency.

7. DO NOT ALLOW THEM USE THE SWIMMING POOL ,IF YOU ARE
NOT AT HOME: make sure there is a standing directive, that no one should go
in the swimming pool if you are not around or if there is no adult supervision.
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8. IF YOU HAVE HOUSE HELPS, MAKE SURE YOU DO A THOROUGH

BACKGROUND CHECK ON THEM: These days, people are not always what
they seem . There have been cases of children abduction, molestation,
torture……the list endless by House helps .Like the adage that says “To before
warned, is to be before harmed”. Make sure you know them to their homes and
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9. TEACH YOUR CHILDREN TO BE WEARY OF STRANGERS: They

should not talk to them,or take food items and money from strangers.Child’s
protection against sexual abuse

10. MAKE SURE THE FLOOR/TILES ARE CLEAN AND KEPT DRY: to
avoid slipping and falling in the house ,the floor/tiles should be scrubbed clean
and dry at all times.Teach the older children to always mop the floor when
water pours on the ground or any other liquid.

11. MAKE SURE ELECTRICAL OUTLETS ARE INSTALLED HIGH FROM

THE GROUND: electrical outlets or ports should be installed a bit high from
the ground ,where little children can not reach easily and if they have already be
installed low, should be covered when going out and switched off from the main
ports. Most importantly, naked wires should be covered with cellotapes or fixed
immediately.

12. TEACH YOUR CHILDREN TO TREAT THEIR PETS NICELY: Some

children are very rough with pets like dogs and cats. Some kids will pull their
tails violently, smack them on the face etc..Unfortunately, if that pet is not in a
good mood could react and bite. Teach them to treat these animals gently or
nicely 21 HOME SAFETY RULES FOR CHILDREN

13. CENSOR THE TELEVISION CHANNELS THEY WATCH WHEN

YOUR NOT AT HOME: These days decoders have been built for parents to
have a section, where they can censor channels for children viewing. Make sure
you censor the channels they watch, example they shouldn’t watch violent
movies, and pornographic or obscene films on television.
14. MAKE SURE DANGEROUS KITCHEN UTENSILS AND CUTLERIES
ARE PROPERLY KEPT: You should not allow knives, forks, tin cutters, and
some dangerous kitchen utensils to lie around in the kitchen.They should be
kept away nicely. CUTLERIES

15. MAKE SURE YOU GET YOUR LITTLE CHILDREN TOYS THAT
DON’T HAVE SHARP EDGES: Get toddlers and smaller children toys that are
without sharp edges. Fluffy, or all rounded edges toys will be suitable for little
children and toddlers. Rounded edges toys

16. GET A PHONE FOR YOUR GROWN UP CHILD : if you have a grown up
child, you can get him/her a phone, and always put a call across to them at
certain times of the day, to know how they are faring.And also have the
numbers of close relatives and neighbors on the phone ,in a situation where your
phone is not reachable to children during an emergency.

17. WRITE OUT THE PHONE NUMBERS OF FIRE,POLICE

DEPARTMENT AND CLOSE RELATIVES AT SOME STRATEGIC
PLACES IN THE HOUSE: This is applicable if you have a bit grown up
children at home. Show them these numbers boldly written out and pasted at
some strategic corners of the house.

18.TEACH OLDER CHILDREN HOW TO CARRY OUT SIMPLE FIRST

AID TREATMENT : there should be a simple first aid kit at home. The grown
up children should be thought how to carry out simple first aid treatment.
Example like cleaning a simple cut, applying ointment or liniment on a swelling
etc.

19. INSTALL PEEPHOLE AT THE MAIN DOOR: it is a small glass like

object that can be installed on doors, or at times it comes with security doors. It
helps one view an individual at the door, without opening the door. Peep Hole
20. TIDY THE HOME OF TITS AND BITS MATERIALS THAT BABIES
OR TODDLERS CAN EASILY SWALLOW: small objects scattered around
the house that babies could easily swallow ,should be tidied up and kept away
eg little nuts and bolts,erasers,pen covers, bottle covers,etc.

21. YOU CAN INSTALL SECURITY CAMERAS WITHIN AND OUTSIDE

THE HOME: If you can afford it you can install security camera within and
outside the home. Finally the home is meant to be a safe haven for both children
and adults, therefore we should do our utmost best as parents and guardians to
keep it free from anything that will cause harm to our children.

ROAD SAFETY:-

Road safety refers to the methods and measures used to prevent road users from
being killed or seriously injured.

Typical road users include:- padestrians, cyclist, motorists, vechile ,

passengers, horse riders and passengers of on road public transport.

Keeping your kids safe at all times can be tricky when you cannot be with them
always. Parents ensure the safety of their child at home, and teachers or
caretakers are responsible for the kid’s safety at school. But who keeps them
safe on the road? Whether your children walk to school or take the bus, they
should be taught about the rules to stay safe on roads.

MomJunction has put together the most important road safety and traffic rules
for kids that you can help them to learn.

Importance Of Road Safety Rules and Regulations:

Unlike adults, children do not have the maturity to know what to do and what
not, when walking on the roads. Without adult supervision and proper
knowledge of road safety rules, children can put themselves at risk. According
to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report for 2014, 3% of the
people who died due to road accidents were children (1). Statistics also show
that 480 kids were injured every day due to road accidents in the same year.
What’s more disturbing is that of the 4,884 pedestrians who were killed in road
accidents, 207 were kids.

When it comes to the safety of your children, you should not compromise.
Teach about road safety for children as soon as they are old enough to step out
of the house. Ensure that they understand what you are saying by practicing it
with them.

Keep reading for more road and traffic safety rules and information for your
kids.

13 Rules To Ensure Road Safety

While it is important for children to know about road safety rules and
regulations, they should not be given more information than they can handle.
Here are a few basic road safety rules for kids that you can begin with.

1. Know Your Signals

Help your kid learn about the traffic lights and signs, and what each color
indicates.

 Green means ‘go’: Only when the signal turns ‘green’, vehicles move
ahead.
 Red means to ‘stop’: When the signal turns red, all the vehicles have to
stop.
 Yellow means to slow down: When the signal turns yellow, vehicles
should slow down and prepare to stop.
  The ‘Walk’ or a walking man symbol at intersections are for pedestrians.
Cross the road only if these signs turn green. But look to the left and right
to ensure no vehicles are approaching.
 Never cross the road if the sign says ‘Don’t Walk’ or if the walking man
symbol turns red.

Sometimes a hand symbol is used instead of the walking man or ‘Walk’ signals.
Tell your kid about that too. If there are other symbols for pedestrians, you
should make it a point to let them know. Gradually, teach your children about
the other essential traffic signals they should know.

2. Stop, Look, And Cross

Your child may have to walk to school or the bus stop and back. They may only
have to cross the street after the school bus drops them off. Even if they don’t,
they may have to cross the street to get to a friend’s house or a neighbor’s.
Whatever the case is, you should teach your kids to cross the road safely. Here’s
how you can help them learn.

Always look for signals and use the pedestrian crossing to cross the road. In the
absence of such markings, here is what you should do:

 Look to your right and then to the left to see if there are any approaching
vehicles.
 If yes, wait for the vehicle to pass and then cross the road.
 Never cross at bends.
 Never cross between stationary vehicles.

Adults should always accompany children aged less than six and hold their hand
when crossing the street.
3. Pay Attention – Listen

Teach your kids that they may not always be able to see an oncoming vehicle,
especially if they are standing near a bend. Therefore, they should listen to
know if a vehicle is approaching. Cars and other vehicles on the road often use
the “horn” at bends and at unmanned intersections to indicate that they are
nearing. Tell your children:

 If they hear a horn, stop and look to the left and right to see if any vehicle
is approaching.
 Listen for engine sounds nearby to know if there is a moving vehicle –
explain how a loud noise indicates the vehicle is nearby, and a faint sound
means it is away.

4. Don’t Run On Roads

Children may not always have patience and may tend to run across the street to
get to the other side. They may also run along the road in your neighborhood
while playing. Tell your kids never to run across or along the road. Children can
get distracted easily and leave their guardian’s hand to run or sprint away.

Teach your kids to stay calm on the road and never to run or sprint.

5. Always Use Sidewalks

Teach your kids to use the sidewalk when walking on the road. Set an example
for them by using the walking paths yourself. Whether it is a busy street or not,
encourage your kid to use the sidewalk to stay safe on the road.

6. Crossroads and Pedestrian Crossing

Kids have a tendency just to sprint across the street, anywhere they like. That
can be dangerous as passing vehicles do not slow down unless there is a signal
or a crossroad. Tell your kids to cross only at an intersection and use the
pedestrian crossing. If they are in a small neighborhood where there is no
crossroad or marked crossing, they should follow the rules mentioned above.

Lessons on pedestrian safety for kids are important and should be included in
school curriculum as well.

7. Never Stick Hands Outside The Vehicle

Kids tend to put their hands out of the school bus even when it is moving. Some
of them may even put their head out to look back and wave. This is common
with students taking the school bus. It may seem like a fun idea but sticking
hands or head out of a moving vehicle can be highly dangerous. If children are
not careful, they could be hit by vehicles approaching from the opposite
direction.

8. Never Cross Road At Bends

Bends are the blind spots for motorists. When you cross at a bend, you do not
give the vehicle drivers enough time to spot you and stop the car. Tell your kid
never to cross at a bend as that can increase the chances of them getting hurt.

9. Staying Safe On A Bicycle

If you have an older kid who rides his bike to school or around the
neighborhood, make sure he is aware of and follows the following cycling rules
to stay safe on the road.

 Always wear a helmet when riding a bike.

 Check if the bicycle is in working condition before using it – check for
breaks and light, if using at night.
  Always use the bicycle lane. In its absence, ride the bike on extreme right
or left side (whichever is right in your country) of the road and move
along with traffic. Keep your eyes and ears open to make way for larger
and faster vehicles behind you.
 Always use a light in areas with poor visibility and at night, to be easily
noticed by motorists.

Do not allow kids to ride a cycle on busy streets without parental supervision.

10. Staying Safe Inside A Moving Vehicle

In a moving car, you can make sure that your kid is safe with the help of a car
seat or seat belts. To see that they are safe in a moving vehicle without you,
make sure they learn and follow these simple rules:

 Never stand inside a moving vehicle, especially a school bus or van.

 Students should not move around inside a moving school bus.
 Stay seated and hold on to the hard rail inside the bus for support, until
the vehicle comes to a stop.
 Do not put any part of the body outside the window of a moving vehicle.

11. Always Get Out At The Curb Side

If your kid takes the school bus every day, help them remember these safety
tips.

 Start early and be on time to avoid running for the bus.

 Always stand in the queue when boarding and alighting the bus.
 Always get off the curb side when getting off a car or the bus to prevent
being an obstruction to the other vehicles on the road.
12. Be Seen, Stay Safe

Dressing in black may be a bad idea when you want to walk at night. It is
important that vehicle drivers notice you if you want to stay safe. To be seen:

 Wear light colored clothes or reflective material when walking or biking

at night.
 Wear bright clothes during the day.
 Wave your hand if you want to indicate your presence to an incoming
vehicle.

13. Don’t Rush

Children can get excited and rush in an attempt to get to a place or meet
someone. That can be dangerous. Teach your kids to:

 Not rush when getting into or off a vehicle as it can be hazardous.

 Not get distracted or suddenly drag the parent or guardian in a particular
direction as this can throw the adult off guard.
 Stay calm and do not rush when walking on the street.
 Not open the car doors suddenly as they them get into a habit of opening
the doors only after you say so.
 Do not play in the bus bay or on the roads.
SAFETY AT SCHOOL:

School safety is defined as school and school related activities where

students are safe from violence, bullying, harassment and substance use. Safe
school promotes the protected of students from violence, exposure to weypons
and threats, exposure to weapons and threats, theft, bullying and the sale or use
of illegal substances on school grounds.

Now, here I describe 15 safety rules for school:

1. Walk, do not run in the hall or stairways

Members of the school community should endeavor to walk rather than run
while using the stairways, corridors and classrooms. Whatever you are rushing
for should not cause you or others some injury. In the process of running, you
may fall, collide with someone else or get yourself or someone else injured.

2. Don't push people while walking

There may be this tendency to push or shove aside someone walking slowly
before you. Be careful not to do so. The other person may lose balance when
you push them and get injured. Such an act may even lead to a fight between
you two. If you have to move slowly, be careful not to impede other people's
movement when doing so.

3. Keep to the right in corridors and on stairways

Students and staff should be encouraged to preferably keep to the right while
walking on the corridors or stairways within the school building structure. By
walking on the right, the individual is able avoid possible head on collision with
others coming from the opposite direction.

4. Use each step going up and down stairs

The stairways shouldn't be turned into playing grounds where people jump. A
student fond of jumping the stairs should be warned against such in order to
prevent accidents. They may possibly slip in the process and have some
accident.

5. Be ready to grab the handrail if you slip

In the event that one slips on the stairs, the person should be walking close to
the handrail to be able to maintain balance and prevent the possibility of
slipping. This also means that the handrail is an essential part of the staircase
and walkway that the school management must ensure is safe for use.

6. Keep classroom aisles clear

Movement within the classroom or cloakroom shouldn't be hindered at any

time. So, every material that could be injurious to the next person should not be
found there. Seat should be orderly arranged. Keep clothing materials, lab
equipment, umbrellas and other things out of the way.

7. Don't keep your feet along aisles

While sitting in the classroom, you shouldn't keep your feet along the aisles at
any time. Students should be taught that as they unconsciously keep their feet
along the aisles, someone may just slip and get injured. This should equally
apply to passage rows and entrances.

8. Put away materials not in use

Once you are not using some materials in any part of the school environment,
keep them away. For the safety of all, every item not in use and not kept where
it should be could be injurious to the owner or others. If you have a school
laboratory where certain liquid and gas are in use or a farm where students use
cutlasses and hoe, keep such things away from where they are likely to be
injurious to others when not in use.

9. Don't use equipment without authorisation

Every student should be warned against using equipment without authorisation.

It should only with the permission of the teacher or instructor that experiments
with chemicals in the laboratory are carried out by students. You should only
use the equipment if you have the competence about its usage.

10. Don't go to unauthorised places

Certain locations within the school may be meant for authorized personnel only.
Perhaps, there is an alternative electricity facility or heavy equipment vault
within the school premises. No student or teacher should be found in such
places.

11. Protect objects used

There would be times when you need to use certain objects in school. Use them
with care. Carry pens, pencils and other sharp objects down and be protected.
Moving around with a sharp object could be injurious where care is not taken.

12. Wear safety equipment

The use of safety equipment is necessary for the user's safety. Appropriateness
of safety equipment is depending on what the individual is doing and where it
is. In the laboratory, for example, students and teachers would need protective
clothing, helmets, goggles or other garments dedicated to protect persons from
injury or infection.

13. Report damaged equipment to the authority

Encourage students and staff members to conscious of reporting cases of

damaged equipment. Broken seats, desks and other damaged equipment could
be injurious to people. So, they should be taken away for repairs when they are
damaged.

14. Use the emergency exits

Students and staff members should be prepared in case of emergencies. The

school manager should ensure that there is provision for emergency exit and fire
escapes within the school structure. Possibly, narrow paths should be widened
to ensure easier passage for all. The designated emergency exit points should be
clearly marked too. A few moments of drills on using this would make students
and staff members prepared in case of emergency.

15. Abide by school rules of proper conduct

Every school manager would have a set of rules of proper conduct designed. At
times, some safety threats may emanate from the conduct of students or teachers
towards one another. An expensive joke may be too expensive to wish away.
This may lead to fight among different parties and threaten people's safety.
Disciplining fighting parties based on the school rules and regulations would
definitely serve as a deterrent to others. Thus, no room should be given to rule
breakers. Their disregard for rules may put other members of the school
community in danger.