Examples of Common Hazards: Home, School, and Outdoor Scenarios for Grade 7

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 🏠 Home Hazards: 🔥 Fire hazards (faulty wiring, unattended cooking), 💧 Slip and fall hazards (wet floors, loose rugs), 🧪 Chemical hazards (cleaning supplies, pesticides).
• 🏫 School Hazards: 🎒 Trip hazards (bags in walkways), 🦠 Biological hazards (germs, unsanitized surfaces), 🪑 Ergonomic hazards (poor posture, uncomfortable seating).
• 🌳 Outdoor Hazards: ☀️ Weather hazards (sun exposure, extreme temperatures), 🐾 Animal hazards (insect bites, stray animals), 🚧 Traffic hazards (cars, bicycles).
• 🛡️ Prevention is Key: Always be aware of your surroundings, follow safety rules, and report hazards to an adult.

Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is a common fire hazard in the home?
   1. A) Properly stored toys
   2. B) Unattended cooking
   3. C) Regularly inspected electrical cords
   4. D) Cleaned kitchen countertops
2. What is a common slip and fall hazard?
   1. A) Dry floors
   2. B) Secure handrails
   3. C) Wet floors
   4. D) Properly placed carpets
3. Which of these is considered a chemical hazard?
   1. A) Drinking water
   2. B) Cleaning supplies
   3. C) Fresh fruits
   4. D) Cooked vegetables
4. What is a common trip hazard at school?
   1. A) Bags in walkways
   2. B) Organized lockers
   3. C) Clear hallways
   4. D) Properly stored books
5. Germs and unsanitized surfaces are examples of which type of hazard?
   1. A) Physical hazards
   2. B) Chemical hazards
   3. C) Biological hazards
   4. D) Ergonomic hazards
6. Prolonged sun exposure is an example of what kind of outdoor hazard?
   1. A) Animal hazard
   2. B) Weather hazard
   3. C) Traffic hazard
   4. D) Ergonomic hazard
7. Which of the following is a traffic hazard?
   1. A) Well-maintained sidewalks
   2. B) Cars
   3. C) Designated crosswalks
   4. D) Pedestrian bridges