In The School

Key Notes:

Importance of Safety in School

• Schools should be safe places for all children to learn and play.
• Following safety rules helps prevent accidents.
• Teachers and staff are there to help ensure safety.

Common Safety Rules in School

• Classroom Safety: Do not run inside the classroom or throw objects.

• Playground Safety: Wait your turn on equipment and avoid pushing or shoving.

• Staircase Safety: Always walk on the stairs, hold the railing, and avoid rushing.

• Emergency Safety: Listen to instructions during fire drills or emergencies.

Basic First Aid Knowledge

Definition: First aid is the immediate help given to an injured person before professional help arrives.

Simple First Aid Steps:

• Stay calm and inform a teacher or adult about the accident.
• Clean minor wounds with water and cover them with a bandage.
• Apply a cold pack to bruises to reduce swelling.

Recognizing an Emergency

Tell an adult if you see:

• Someone who has fallen and cannot get up.
• A friend who is bleeding or feeling dizzy.
• Smoke, fire, or any dangerous situation.

Emergency Contact Numbers

Teach children to remember important emergency numbers, such as:

• Police: 100
• Ambulance: 108 (India) or local emergency services.

Show how to inform an adult to make the call.

First Aid Kit in School

What is in a First Aid Kit?

• Bandages
• Antiseptic cream or wipes
• Scissors
• Adhesive tape

Teach children the importance of using the kit only under adult supervision.

Prevention is Better Than Cure

• Avoid running in hallways or on stairs.
• Do not touch sharp objects or chemicals in the lab.
• Wear appropriate clothing for physical activities.

Let’s practice!