Which objects in our home can be dangerous

Which objects in our home can be dangerous? What can we do to keep ourselves safe at home?

What’s the Danger? Mostly, our homes are safe places. However, there are some objects that can be dangerous and can cause injuries around the home. We need to be aware of the dangers and how to keep ourselves safe.

What’s the Danger? With an adult look at some pictures of household objects. Discuss why these objects might be dangerous and see if you can sort them into two groups.

What’s the Danger? You might have grouped the objects into: • things that are sharp; • things that are hot; Were you surprised that all of these objects could be considered dangerous?

What’s the Danger? The Danger of Electrical Appliances All of these objects are electrical appliances, which means they are powered with electricity (through a wire and a plug). Electricity is very powerful and it can be dangerous. Not being careful around electricity could cause an electric shock – this is when electricity enters the body and makes a person very ill.

What’s the Danger? Fire Safety If electrical items are damaged, fires can start. If you find a fire, there are some things you can do to stay safe. 1. If your clothing catches fire – stop, drop and roll. 2. Stay low to the floor – get down on all fours and crawl to the nearest exit. 3. Move away from the fire – get out of a room or building where there is a fire and stay out. 4. Call 999 and ask for the fire service.

Spot the Hazards What hazards did you spot in the bathroom?

Spot the Hazards What hazards did you spot in the kitchen?

Spot the Hazards What hazards did you spot in the bedroom?

Spot the Hazards What hazards did you spot in the living room?

Can I Drink It? In the bathroom and the kitchen there are household products that can be dangerous. Many liquids are poisonous and must never be drunk. We need to remember that these are for adults to use.

Can I Drink It? In the kitchen, there might be drinks that are not suitable for children. Alcohol is only for grown-ups to drink. It would make a child ill if they drank it.

Can I Drink It? Medicines are for drinking but only when a grown-up can help and can make sure we are having the right medicine and the right amount. Taking the wrong medicine or having too much can make us very ill.

Do not touch plugs Always wipe up spills

In My Home There are many ways to stay safe at home. • Always put your toys away so no one trips over them. • Stay out of the kitchen when someone is cooking hot things. • Never touch household cleaning products, like bleach. • If you spill something ask an adult to wipe up it up so that no one slips. • Do not touch plugs, ask an adult to plug things in for you.