SAFETY

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE EDUCATION SCHEMES OF WORK

Subject: 

BASIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY NURSERY 2

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Term:

SECOND TERM

Class :

NURSERY 2

Week :

Week 7

Topic:

SAFETY

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Previous lesson: 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

FIRE SAFETY

that was taught as a topic in the previous lesson

Behavioural objectives:

By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to

• Give simple meaning of safety
• Mention different types of safety
• Itemize area of caution at home and in school

Instructional Materials:

• Wall charts
• Audio-visual
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards
• Posters

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Methods of Teaching:

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

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Reference Materials:

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks

Content:

SIMPLE MEANING OF SAFETY

Evaluation

1. What is the main goal of safety measures? a) To prevent accidents and injuries b) To protect people and objects from harm c) Both A and B d) None of the above
2. Which of the following is NOT a way to ensure safety? a) Identifying and mitigating risks b) Implementing safety procedures and protocols c) Using protective equipment or technology d) Taking unnecessary risks
3. What is an example of protective equipment used to ensure safety? a) A hard hat b) A seatbelt c) A fire extinguisher d) All of the above
4. What is the definition of safety? a) The condition of being protected from harm or danger b) Measures taken to protect someone or something from harm c) Both A and B d) None of the above
5. Which of the following is NOT a type of harm that safety measures aim to prevent? a) Accidents b) Injuries c) Disease

Kind of safety

There are many different types of safety that can be considered. Some examples include:

1. Personal safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to protect individuals from harm or danger. Personal safety measures may include using protective equipment, following safety procedures, and being aware of one’s surroundings.
2. Workplace safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to protect employees from harm or danger in the workplace. This may include providing protective equipment, implementing safety protocols and procedures, and training employees on how to work safely.
3. Traffic safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to prevent accidents and injuries on the road. This may include wearing seat belts, following traffic laws, and being alert while driving.
4. Food safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to prevent food-borne illness. This may include washing hands before handling food, cooking food to proper temperatures, and storing food safely.
5. Environmental safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to protect the environment and prevent pollution or other types of environmental harm. This may include recycling, using environmentally friendly products, and reducing energy consumption.
6. Fire safety: This type of safety refers to measures taken to prevent fires and protect people from harm in the event of a fire. This may include using smoke detectors, having a fire escape plan, and knowing how to use a fire extinguisher.

Evaluation

1. Which of the following is NOT a type of safety? a) Personal safety b) Workplace safety c) Traffic safety d) Friendship safety
2. What is an example of a measure taken to ensure environmental safety? a) Recycling b) Using environmentally friendly products c) Reducing energy consumption d) All of the above
3. What is an example of a measure taken to ensure fire safety? a) Using smoke detectors b) Having a fire escape plan c) Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher d) All of the above
4. What is an example of a measure taken to ensure food safety? a) Washing hands before handling food b) Cooking food to proper temperatures c) Storing food safely d) All of the above
5. Which of the following is NOT a measure taken to ensure personal safety? a) Using protective equipment b) Following safety procedures c) Being careless d) Being aware of one’s surroundings

Area of caution at home and in school.

Area of caution are those places that we must exercise extreme care and alert because of what dangers these areas may possess or be.

Here are some areas of caution that should be considered at home and in school:

At home:

• Electrical outlets and appliances
• Poisonous household products (e.g. cleaning supplies, medications)
• Stairs and other tripping hazards
• Unsecured windows and doors
• Fire hazards (e.g. open flames, overloaded electrical outlets)

In school:

• Electrical outlets and appliances
• Hazardous materials or chemicals in the science laboratory
• Stairs and other tripping hazards
• Unsecured windows and doors
• Fire hazards (e.g. open flames, overloaded electrical outlets)
• Bullying and other forms of violence or aggression

It is important to be aware of these potential hazards and take steps to mitigate them in order to ensure the safety of everyone in the home or school. This may involve implementing safety procedures, using protective equipment, and educating others about safety.

Evaluation

1. What is an example of a hazard found in a science laboratory? a) Electrical outlets and appliances b) Hazardous materials or chemicals c) Stairs and other tripping hazards d) Unsecured windows and doors
2. What is an example of a hazard found at home? a) Electrical outlets and appliances b) Poisonous household products c) Stairs and other tripping hazards d) All of the above
3. What is an example of a hazard found in school? a) Electrical outlets and appliances b) Hazardous materials or chemicals in the science laboratory c) Stairs and other tripping hazards d) All of the above
4. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken at home to prevent accidents and injuries? a) Using protective equipment b) Implementing safety procedures c) Educating others about safety d) All of the above
5. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken in school to prevent accidents and injuries? a) Using protective equipment b) Implementing safety procedures c) Educating others about safety d) All of the above
6. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken at home to prevent fire hazards? a) Using smoke detectors b) Having a fire escape plan c) Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher d) All of the above
7. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken in school to prevent fire hazards? a) Using smoke detectors b) Having a fire escape plan c) Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher d) All of the above
8. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken at home to prevent poisoning? a) Keeping medications and other poisonous substances out of reach of children b) Storing household products in their original containers c) Labeling potentially poisonous substances d) All of the above
9. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken in school to prevent bullying? a) Implementing anti-bullying policies b) Educating students about the importance of kindness and respect c) Providing resources for students who have experienced bullying d) All of the above
10. What is an example of a safety measure that can be taken at home to prevent tripping hazards? a) Keeping floors clear of clutter b) Securing loose rugs or mats c) Installing handrails on stairs d) All of the above

Presentation

The topic is presented step by step

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topics

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic.

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise.

Learning Activities 

• Let the pupils discuss the meaning of safety
• Let the pupils mention different types of safety precautions
• Show the pupils picture of a safe room
• Let pupils make a list of objects that may pose as danger at home or in school. Such objects may be matches, lighter, sharp knife, razor blade, beads, some dangerous toys.

Conclusion

The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out short notes to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.

The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.

He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.