Year 6 Learning Points
FIRE RISK IN THE HOME (1)
Key messages
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Domestic fire risks including dangers of celebration
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Importance of not leaving cooking unattended
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Value of smoke alarms
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Value of having escape plan
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Making 999 call correctly
ELECTRICITY & BUILDING SITE (2)
Key messages (Electricity)
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How many volts can kill you (120 volts) - how many in a substation (11,000 volts) - keep out!
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Electricity is fast and invisible and can jump gaps - higher the voltage the further it jumps.
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Two dangers of electrocution from overhead cables are through kites & fishing rods.
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However they are caused, power cuts affect many people.
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Get help when in need - read the signs - use the tel. number.
Key messages (Building Sites)
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Climbing on structures & materials is dangerous.
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Work equipment, plant, tools left on site is dangerous.
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Stored materials, articles, substances (gas, toxic etc.) present dangers.
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Trenches/holes are dangerous - you can be buried.
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Never go on a building site - they are dangerous.
ALCOHOL (3)
Key messages
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Alcohol is a drug.
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Buying alcohol by/for under 18 is illegal.
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Parents & carers will be informed.
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Drinking in public places has consequences for selves, others and environment.
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You are threatening your immediate and future health.
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Be a lifesaver - don't leave friends alone.
PERSONAL SAFETY (4)
Key messages
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It's nice to feel safe.
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We need to recognise the difference between being scared and being safe, risking on purpose (choice) and unsafe situations.
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We need to recognise our body's Early Warning Signs.
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We need to know how to avoid or reduce risk
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We need to know who to tell after we have been scared and unsafe.
WATER SAFETY (5)
Key messages
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Flags & signs at beaches - when & where it's safe to swim)
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The dangers of entering rivers, canals, etc - unseen underwater hazards, depth, current
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Dangers of deep (cold) water
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Damage to/theft of lifesaving equipment/trespass
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Go with friends - know what to do in emergencies
CRIMINAL DAMAGE/ARSON (6)
Key messages
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What criminal damage & arson is.
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Who pays for criminal damage/arson.
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What is peer pressure and how to resist.
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What the age of criminal responsibility is.
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What the consequences of having a criminal record are.
ROAD SAFETY (7)
Key messages
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Walking and cycling are healthy ways to get to school
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Reduce risks by planning safe routes to school
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Seat belts must be used by everyone on every journey
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Think about how you behave on roads
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Be Safe Be Seen
RAILWAYS (8)
Key messages
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Trains can travel at 125 mph and more High speed trains take 2000 metres (20 football pitches) to stop
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Trespassing on the railway is a criminal offence and can mean a fine of up to £1000
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Throwing stones and putting things on the line is very dangerous and can result in someone being killed
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Safe ways to cross a railway line