Child Safety Quiz

Some accidents like choking, suffocation and strangulation can be prevented in almost every case. (Circle one)

• True

• False

A toddler can drown in a toilet in 2 minutes. (Circle one)

• True

• False

Pillows and soft toys should not be placed in cribs. (Circle one)

• True

• False

Infants can be served honey. (Circle one)

• True

• False

Which of the following is a safe practice that you model for young children on a regular basis?

• Washing hands before meals

• Running indoors

• Ignoring traffic signals

• Leaving toys on the floor

Aside from the custodial parent or guardian, to whom may early education staff members properly release a child?

• To a parent the child recognizes who lives apart from the child

• To an individual authorized in writing by the custodial parent or guardian

• To a sibling or other close relative of the custodial parent or guardian

• To anyone known and trusted by at least one person on the staff

What position should infants birth to 12 months be placed in when sleeping?

• On their back

• On their stomach

• On their side

• In a sitting position

If your building was built before 1978, you should have your setting tested by an EPA certified firm for

• Lead

• Asbestos

• Radon

• Mold

If a child receives a minor burn in your setting during a cooking experience, what is your first step in providing first-aid?

• Apply ice directly to the burn

• Run cool water over the burn

• Cover the burn with butter

• Ignore the burn and continue cooking

Define "family-style" dining.

• A dining style where food is served on individual plates.

• A dining style where food is shared from common dishes.

• A dining style where each person orders their own meal.

• A dining style where meals are served in courses.