Advanced Math & Science Academy HEALTH CURRICULUM Topic #6. Accident Prevention
and First Aid
DO NOW: Please answer in writing:
How are you prepared for a fire or other emergency at home?
How are we prepared for a fire or other emergency at school?
Do you know what to do if someone is injured?
COMMON ACCIDENTS
Falls
Fires
Electric shock
Poisoning
Safety at home Safety in school (especially in labs, shop) Things to avoid: Gangs; Guns Fire safety: A. Have a plan
B. Safety equipment Pedestrian safety Bicycle safety Car & bus safety Dressing appropriately: A. For cold
B. For heat
NATURAL DISASTERS
Earthquakes
Storms (snowstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.)
Floods
Preparedness
FIRST AID
First, make sure of your own safety!
Should you give first aid?
Calling for help
First aid training is availabe at AMSA!
Choking-- abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
CPR: Cardio-Pulmonary Recussitation
Bleeding
Burns
Poisoning
Fractures & dislocations
THINGS TO THINK ABOUT / DISCUSS WITH PARENTS
Do we have an emergency plan for emergencies at home?
Do we have smoke detectors and fire extinguishers?
Do we have flashlights? Are the batteries strong? Can we reach them in the dark?
