SECURITY PRECAUTIONS IN THE CAR / BUSES

Subject : 

SECURITY EDUCATION 

Class :

Basic 1 / Primary 1

Term :

Second Term 

Week:

Week  9

Class :

Basic 1 / Primary 1

 

Topic :

SECURITY PRECAUTIONS IN THE CARS OR BUSES

Behavioural objectives :

By the end of the lesson, most of the pupils should have attained the following objectives –

1. State the safety precaution

2. Explain the safety precaution

3. List some safety precautions to take in cars or buses

• Students will understand the importance of car and bus safety for babies and young children.
• Students will be able to identify and explain the proper use of car seats and booster seats.
• Students will learn the dangers of leaving a child alone in a vehicle, and the importance of proper supervision

Previous lesson : 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

Meaning of Office Security

Instructional Materials :

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

 

Methods of Teaching :

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

 

Reference Materials :

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• resourceful person such as parents, etc.

 

CONTENT

SECURITY PRECAUTIONS  IN THE CAR / BUSES

1. Always use a car seat or booster seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and height.
2. Make sure the car seat or booster seat is properly installed and securely fastened in the vehicle.
3. Use a seat belt or LATCH system to secure the car seat or booster seat in place.
4. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, even for a short period of time.
5. Teach children to always wear a seatbelt when riding in a car or bus.
6. Always supervise children when they are loading or unloading from a bus or car.
7. Teach children to never play near or around cars or buses.
8. Make sure children know to stay seated and hold onto a handrail when riding on a bus.
9. Teach children to always look both ways before crossing a street near a bus or car.
10. Make sure children know to never run or dart out in front of a moving bus or car.

Transportation to children for a variety of reasons. These range from daily transportation to and from the program to an occasional field trip.

Regardless of how often you transport children, you need to know how to keep them safe on the road.
To transport children younger than school age, at least two adults should be in a vehicle at all times. Remember, standard staff-to-child ratios must be maintained. You must have permission to transport children.

Driver Qualifications

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations state that drivers of vehicles transporting children should:
• Be at least 21 years old
• Be licensed to drive the vehicle (a commercial license may be necessary)
• Have a safe driving record for at least five years
• Have no criminal record involving crimes against children or involving drugs or violence
• Have no medical conditions that impair the ability to drive
• Have taken no alcohol or prescription drugs within the previous 12 hours that would affect the ability to safely drive a vehicle
• Agree not to smoke in or near the vehicle
Do not transport children in your personal vehicle.

Attendant Qualifications

In addition to the driver, at least one adult should be present in a vehicle transporting children. While the driver focuses on road safety, the attendant focuses on keeping the children safe in the vehicle. The attendant is responsible for securing children in safety seats, monitoring health and safety needs, and ensuring safe behavior. The attendant should have training or experience in child development or early-childhood education. This person should also have valid first aid training and certification.

Vehicle Safety

Safety items should be stored securely in a vehicle safety kit. The kit should always be kept in the vehicle used to transport children. These items should only be accessible to the driver, attendant, and emergency responders.

 

These include:
• First aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
• Seat-belt cutter
• Maps
• Charged cell phone
• The name, address, and telephone number of the child-care program
• Emergency contact information for each child
• Any prescribed medications for a particular child (breathing treatments, epinephrine injector, etc.)

 

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The staff should conduct a daily pre-trip safety inspection. Make sure the vehicle is clean. There should not be any obstructions on the floor or seats. The Apply section contains a pre-trip inspection form. Note and correct any problems, such as low tire pressure or dirty windshields. Vehicle maintenance records, driver’s license numbers, license-plate information, and insurance information should be stored on-site, and in the vehicle as appropriate.

 

Child Safety
Keeping children safe in a moving vehicle is a serious matter and a major responsibility. Safety involves proper seating, vehicle conditions, transportation policies and procedures, and child behavior. The following guidelines will help you keep children safe.
In a car or van:
• Use a car seat or child-restraint system. Follow local, state, and federal laws. For preschoolers, this usually means a forward-facing car seat is necessary.
• Make sure you know how to install the seat correctly. Check that the seat is installed correctly and the child is secured correctly before the vehicle moves.
• Never allow a child to sit in the front seat of a vehicle.
• Replace a car seat if it has been recalled, is involved in an accident, or is beyond the manufacturer’s date of use.
In a school bus:
• Use an approved child-safety restraint system designed for children under 50 pounds.
• Make sure the restraint system is installed and used correctly.
• Do not place restraint systems in emergency exit rows.
• Have a plan for evacuating children from the bus. Practice your plan.
• Make sure there is a spot to secure a forward-facing wheelchair with four tie-downs.
• Remember any vehicle that can hold more than 10 people is considered a bus, but large passenger vans are not approved for use as school buses unless they meet certain standards.
In all vehicles:
• Never leave a child alone in a vehicle.
• Make sure the temperature is safe and comfortable. Children are not always dressed for the weather. Use the air conditioning if the internal temperature reaches 82°F. Use the heater if the internal temperature drops below 65°F.
• Do a name-to-face count when children enter and exit the vehicle. Use your attendance sheet.
• Check the vehicle to make sure no child has been left behind.
• Lock the vehicle once you are sure no children are inside.
• Teach children safety rules for transportation. These include wearing a seat belt and staying seated in their places.
• Only pick up and drop off at the curb or at an off-street location.
• Make sure a parent or guardian observes the pick-up and drop-off procedures. Stay with the child until the parent or guardian verbally and physically takes responsibility for the child.
• Record attendance and time of each pick-up and drop-off.
• Take into account individual children’s special health, behavior, or mobility needs when planning where and how to secure children.
Be sure to follow your program’s policies and guidelines for transporting children.

1. What is the recommended age for a baby to start using a car seat? a) 0-6 months b) 6-12 months c) 12-24 months d) 24-36 months
2. In what position should a baby car seat be installed in a vehicle? a) Facing forward b) Facing backward c) Facing to the side d) Any position is fine
3. How should a baby be secured in a car seat? a) Using the car’s seatbelt b) Using the car seat’s built-in harness c) Using both the car’s seatbelt and the car seat’s built-in harness d) Not using any restraints
4. How often should a baby’s car seat be inspected for safety and proper installation? a) Daily b) Weekly c) Monthly d) Annually
5. What is the recommended age for a baby to stop using a rear-facing car seat? a) 1 year b) 2 years c) 3 years d) 4 years
6. What is the recommended age for a baby to start using a forward-facing car seat? a) 1 year b) 2 years c) 3 years d) 4 years
7. What is the recommended age for a baby to start using a booster seat? a) 4 years b) 5 years c) 6 years d) 7 years
8. When should a baby be placed in a seat on a bus? a) In a car seat facing forward b) In a car seat facing backward c) In a booster seat d) Not in a seat at all
9. What should a parent or caregiver do if they are unsure of how to properly install or use a baby’s car seat? a) Consult the car seat’s instructions b) Consult a professional car seat technician c) Ask a friend or family member who has experience with car seats d) All of the above
10. What should a parent or caregiver do if they notice that a baby is uncomfortable or crying while in a car seat? a) Pull over and adjust the car seat b) Give the baby a toy or pacifier to play with c) Hold the baby while driving d) None of the above

Introduction:

• Begin by asking the students if they have ever seen a baby or young child riding in a car or bus.
• Ask the students if they know what the proper safety precautions are for babies and young children when riding in a car or bus.
• Introduce the topic of car and bus safety for babies and young children.

Direct Instruction:

• Using the whiteboard, list the following safety precautions for babies and young children when riding in a car or bus:
  1. Always use a car seat or booster seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and height.
  2. Make sure the car seat or booster seat is properly installed and securely fastened in the vehicle.
  3. Use a seat belt or LATCH system to secure the car seat or booster seat in place.
  4. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, even for a short period of time.
  5. Teach children to always wear a seatbelt when riding in a car or bus.
  6. Always supervise children when they are loading or unloading from a bus or car.
  7. Teach children to never play near or around cars or buses.
  8. Make sure children know to stay seated and hold onto a handrail when riding on a bus.
  9. Teach children to always look both ways before crossing a street near a bus or car.
  10. Make sure children know to never run or dart out in front of a moving bus or car.
• Use the car seat or booster seat to demonstrate proper installation and use.
• Show examples of improper installation and use, and explain the dangers of these mistakes.

Guided Practice:

• Distribute the handouts with 10 multiple-choice questions related to car and bus safety for babies and young children.
• Allow the students to work in small groups to answer the questions.
• Monitor the groups and provide assistance as needed

Independent Practice:

• Have the students complete the multiple-choice questions individually.
• Collect and grade the handouts.

Closure:

• Review the key points of the lesson and ask the students to share what they learned.
• Remind the students of the importance of car and bus safety for babies and young children, and encourage them to share what they learned with their families and friends.