Safety Precautions Security Education Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Lesson Plan for Security Education

Subject: Security Education

Class: Primary 1

Term: Second Term

Week: Week 1

Age: 6

Topic: Safety Precautions

Sub-topic: Introduction to Safety Precautions

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, most pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of safety precautions.
2. State at least 5 safety precautions and their importance.

Keywords:

• Safety
• Precautions
• Protection
• Danger
• Safety signs

Set Induction:

Begin with a brief discussion on why we wear helmets while riding a bike or why we use seat belts in a car. Ask students to share situations when they have followed safety precautions.

Entry Behaviour:

The pupils can already state basic safety precautions like wearing helmets, seat belts, and crossing the road carefully.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures and charts of safety precautions
• Safety equipment (e.g., gloves, helmet, seat belt, safety boots)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The pupils should already know general safety rules like wearing shoes, avoiding sharp objects, and keeping away from fire. Connect these experiences with more detailed safety precautions.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking: Recognizing the need for safety precautions.
• Problem-solving: Identifying situations where safety precautions are necessary.
• Communication: Explaining the importance of safety.

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures and charts showing safety precautions
• Safety equipment for demonstration

Content:

1. Meaning of Safety Precautions:
   Safety precautions are actions taken to protect ourselves from harm or danger.
2. Examples of Safety Precautions:
   • Wearing sunglasses
   • Wearing gloves
   • Wearing safety boots
   • Wearing a helmet
   • Fastening seat belts
   • Following safety signs or symbols
   • Being tidy
   • Inspecting tools before use
   • Cleaning your mess
   • Using the right tools
   • Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), such as a nose mask
   • Not walking in the dark

Evaluation Questions:

Fill in the blank with the correct answer.

1. Safety precautions help to protect us from _______.
   a) fun
   b) harm
   c) food
   d) water
2. Wearing _______ can protect your eyes from bright sunlight.
   a) gloves
   b) helmet
   c) sunglasses
   d) boots
3. Before using tools, always _______ them.
   a) ignore
   b) inspect
   c) throw
   d) hide
4. _______ is a safety precaution used when driving a car.
   a) Wearing a hat
   b) Wearing a helmet
   c) Fastening a seat belt
   d) Cleaning your mess
5. It is important to use the right _______ to avoid accidents.
   a) tools
   b) food
   c) books
   d) friends
6. A _______ is a safety precaution for protecting your head.
   a) helmet
   b) gloves
   c) shoes
   d) glasses
7. It is dangerous to _______ in the dark.
   a) walk
   b) sleep
   c) run
   d) sit
8. Wearing gloves protects your _______ from injury.
   a) mouth
   b) hands
   c) feet
   d) eyes
9. Always clean your _______ to avoid accidents.
   a) toys
   b) mess
   c) shoes
   d) books
10. _______ helps to prevent germs from spreading.
    a) Wearing gloves
    b) Playing outside
    c) Eating snacks
    d) Talking
11. A seatbelt is an example of a safety _______.
    a) symbol
    b) book
    c) toy
    d) precaution
12. You should _______ safety signs to stay safe.
    a) ignore
    b) follow
    c) destroy
    d) draw
13. Always wear _______ to protect your feet at work.
    a) shoes
    b) boots
    c) socks
    d) slippers
14. It is safe to walk on the _______ side of the road.
    a) left
    b) right
    c) middle
    d) top
15. Safety precautions help us _______ from injury.
    a) cause
    b) protect
    c) harm
    d) ignore

Class Activity Discussion:

FAQs and Answers:

1. What is the meaning of safety precautions?
   Safety precautions are actions that protect us from harm or danger.
2. Why do we need to follow safety precautions?
   To avoid getting hurt or causing accidents.
3. Can safety precautions be different in different places?
   Yes, safety precautions depend on the activity, like wearing a helmet when cycling or using seat belts in a car.
4. What should we do before using any tools?
   We should inspect them to make sure they are safe to use.
5. What does a helmet protect?
   A helmet protects your head from injury.
6. Why should we keep our surroundings clean?
   To avoid accidents like tripping over things.
7. When should we wear gloves?
   When handling sharp objects or chemicals to protect our hands.
8. What does a safety sign mean?
   It gives us instructions or warnings to stay safe.
9. What should we do if we are walking in the dark?
   It is better not to walk in the dark, but if we must, we should carry a light.
10. What is a seat belt for?
    A seat belt is for protecting you in case of a car accident.
11. Why should we wear sunglasses?
    Sunglasses protect our eyes from bright sunlight.
12. Why should we use the right tools?
    Using the right tools prevents accidents and injuries.
13. How can we make sure a tool is safe to use?
    By inspecting it before use to ensure it’s in good condition.
14. What is personal protective equipment (PPE)?
    PPE includes items like gloves, masks, and helmets that protect our bodies.
15. Is it safe to walk near a busy road?
    No, it is safer to use a pedestrian crossing and follow safety signs.

Presentation Structure:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous lesson about general safety rules.
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the topic of safety precautions, explaining what they are and why they are important.
3. Step 3: The teacher encourages students to discuss and contribute examples of safety precautions. The teacher offers corrections as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Show pictures and charts of safety precautions.
2. Explain the meaning of safety precautions and provide examples.
3. Ask students to share other safety precautions they know.
4. Guide students to complete evaluation questions.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
2. Contribute examples of safety precautions.
3. Complete fill-in-the-blank evaluation questions.
4. Ask questions if they need clarification.

Assessment:

1. What does safety precaution mean?
2. Name 3 items you wear for protection.
3. Why do we wear safety boots?
4. What should you do before using any tool?
5. Name one safety sign.
6. Why is it dangerous to walk in the dark?
7. What does a helmet protect?
8. Give one example of personal protective equipment (PPE).
9. Why should we keep our environment clean?
10. What does a seatbelt do?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark the students’ work, providing feedback and reinforcing the importance of safety precautions. The teacher asks the class to remember and practice safety measures in their daily lives.

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