Safe choices around electricity: Examples for kids.

📚 Quick Study Guide

• ⚡️ Electricity is a powerful form of energy that can be dangerous if not handled correctly.
• 💧 Water and electricity don't mix! Never use electrical appliances near water.
• 🔌 Always ask an adult before plugging in or unplugging anything.
• 💡 Never stick objects into electrical outlets.
• 🪁 Be careful around power lines, especially when flying kites or climbing trees.
• ⚠️ If you see a damaged wire or exposed electrical part, tell an adult immediately.
• 🖐️ Never touch someone who is being shocked by electricity – you could get shocked too! Instead, call for help.

Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is a safe choice around electricity?
   1. A. Using a hairdryer near the bathtub.
   2. B. Sticking a fork into an electrical outlet.
   3. C. Flying a kite near power lines.
   4. D. Telling an adult about a frayed electrical cord.
2. What should you do if you see someone being shocked by electricity?
   1. A. Touch them to pull them away.
   2. B. Call for help and do not touch them.
   3. C. Pour water on them to stop the shock.
   4. D. Unplug the appliance with your bare hands.
3. Why is it important to keep electrical appliances away from water?
   1. A. Water can make the appliances rust.
   2. B. Water conducts electricity and can cause a shock.
   3. C. Water can make the appliances work faster.
   4. D. Water can clean the appliances.
4. What should you do before plugging in an electrical appliance?
   1. A. Plug it in immediately.
   2. B. Ask an adult for help.
   3. C. Throw water on the plug.
   4. D. Plug in as many as possible.
5. Which of these is the most dangerous activity?
   1. A. Watching TV
   2. B. Playing video games
   3. C. Climbing on electrical substation fences.
   4. D. Reading a book.
6. What should you do if you see a damaged electrical cord?
   1. A. Ignore it.
   2. B. Try to fix it yourself.
   3. C. Tell an adult immediately.
   4. D. Cover it with tape.
7. Why should you never stick objects into electrical outlets?
   1. A. It's fun.
   2. B. It can cause a dangerous electrical shock.
   3. C. It makes the lights brighter.
   4. D. It cleans the outlet.