📚 Topic Summary
Safety risks and hazards are potential sources of harm. They can be present at home, at school, or in the community. Recognizing these risks and understanding how to prevent accidents is a crucial part of staying safe and healthy. This worksheet will help you identify common safety risks and learn strategies to avoid them, empowering you to make smart choices and protect yourself and others.
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Hazard |
A. A situation that could cause harm or injury. |
| 2. Risk |
B. A set of steps to reduce hazards. |
| 3. Safety |
C. The potential for something bad to happen. |
| 4. Prevention |
D. Freedom from danger, risk, or injury. |
| 5. Accident |
E. An unplanned event that may cause injury or damage. |
Match the letters to the numbers. (Example: 1 - A)
⚠️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words: emergency, risk, safe, hazard, prevention.
Identifying a potential ___________ is the first step in staying ___________. Assessing the __________ involved helps us determine the best course of action. ___________ strategies can greatly reduce the likelihood of an ___________. Knowing what to do in an ___________ is also very important.
💡 Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about your school. What is one potential safety hazard you've noticed? What steps could be taken to reduce or eliminate that hazard?