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Year 6 Learning Points

FIRE RISK IN THE HOME (1)

Key messages

  1. Domestic fire risks including dangers of celebration

  2. Importance of not leaving cooking unattended

  3. Value of smoke alarms

  4. Value of having escape plan

  5. Making 999 call correctly

 

ELECTRICITY & BUILDING SITE (2)

Key messages (Electricity)

  1. How many volts can kill you (120 volts) - how many in a substation (11,000 volts) - keep out!

  2. Electricity is fast and invisible and can jump gaps - higher the voltage the further it jumps.

  3. Two dangers of electrocution from overhead cables are through kites & fishing rods.

  4. However they are caused, power cuts affect many people.

  5. Get help when in need - read the signs - use the tel. number.

 

Key messages (Building Sites)

  1. Climbing on structures & materials is dangerous.

  2. Work equipment, plant, tools left on site is dangerous.

  3. Stored materials, articles, substances (gas, toxic etc.) present dangers.

  4. Trenches/holes are dangerous - you can be buried.

  5. Never go on a building site - they are dangerous.

 

ALCOHOL (3)

Key messages

  1. Alcohol is a drug.

  2. Buying alcohol by/for under 18 is illegal.

  3. Parents & carers will be informed.

  4. Drinking in public places has consequences for selves, others and environment.

  5. You are threatening your immediate and future health.

  6. Be a lifesaver - don't leave friends alone.

 

PERSONAL SAFETY (4)

Key messages

  1. It's nice to feel safe.

  2. We need to recognise the difference between being scared and being safe, risking on purpose (choice) and unsafe situations.

  3. We need to recognise our body's Early Warning Signs.

  4. We need to know how to avoid or reduce risk

  5. We need to know who to tell after we have been scared and unsafe.

 

WATER SAFETY (5)

Key messages

  1. Flags & signs at beaches - when & where it's safe to swim)

  2. The dangers of entering rivers, canals, etc - unseen underwater hazards, depth, current

  3. Dangers of deep (cold) water

  4. Damage to/theft of lifesaving equipment/trespass

  5. Go with friends - know what to do in emergencies

 

CRIMINAL DAMAGE/ARSON (6)

Key messages

  1. What criminal damage & arson is.

  2. Who pays for criminal damage/arson.

  3. What is peer pressure and how to resist.

  4. What the age of criminal responsibility is.

  5. What the consequences of having a criminal record are.

 

ROAD SAFETY (7)

Key messages

  1. Walking and cycling are healthy ways to get to school

  2. Reduce risks by planning safe routes to school

  3. Seat belts must be used by everyone on every journey

  4. Think about how you behave on roads

  5. Be Safe Be Seen

 

RAILWAYS (8)

Key messages

  1. Trains can travel at 125 mph and more High speed trains take 2000 metres (20 football pitches) to stop

  2. Trespassing on the railway is a criminal offence and can mean a fine of up to £1000

  3. Throwing stones and putting things on the line is very dangerous and can result in someone being killed

  4. Safe ways to cross a railway line

 

 

 

 


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