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Chapter 27: Injury Prevention and Safe Behaviors

Student Web Activities Lesson 1: Safety at Home and Work

Introduction:
Although most people consider their home and community safe places, there are hidden dangers everywhere—from the bedroom to the boardroom. You canprotect yourself, however, from many accidents by being aware of common dangers and practicing commonsense avoidance techniques. At this Web site, find statistics about unintentional injuries and safety tips for reducing risk.

Links to Explore:
National Safety Commission: Report on Injuries in America
http://www.nsc.org/library/report_injury_usa.htm

Directions:

    • Click on the link and read the report.
    • Then answer the following questions.

1.
Click on the link and read the report.
2.
Then answer the following questions.
3.
Do more deaths and disabling injuries occur on or off the job?
4.
How often does a fatal accident happen in American homes?
5.
What is the leading cause of death in the home?
6.
Statistically, how many people annually experience an unintentional injury in their home or community?
7.
List three things the National Safety Council recommends to reduce deaths and injuries in the home.
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