Child Safety

If you have an emergency while babysitting and have to use an Epi-Pen for an allergic reaction, there is no need to call 911 or parents.

• True
• False

The poison control number and a first aid kit are two important safety items to bring along while babysitting.

• True
• False

When preparing meals or snacks for young children what are two important things to consider.

• Portion Size
• Choking Hazards
• Food Allergies
• Calories

Your number one priority as a babysitter is to...

• Have fun
• Keep the child/children safe
• Clean up messes
• Stay on Schedule

When selecting toys for children, be sure they are... (check all that may apply)

• small pieces
• educational
• safe
• age appropriate
• have exposed batteries

Small Legos would be a perfect toy for a 1 year old.

• True
• False

You are babysitting and you smell smoke. What should you do?

• Look around to see where the fire is located.
• Get children out safely and then call 911
• Call your mom and ask for help.

Taking precautions to make sure the environment is safe for children.

• Childproofing
• Making a plan
• Monitoring

Which of the following precautions help protect children from injuries and accidents.

• Never leave a child alone in a bathtub or pool
• Block Stairs
• Always have a child ride in a car seat.
• All of the above

If you think a child may have consumed a poison but you are not sure, you should wait and see before calling poison control or 911.

• True
• False