| Activity |
Safety Precautions/What You Need |
| Biking |
- Wear a helmet and reflective clothing
- Follow the rules of the road
- Ride with traffic
- Know your limits when mountain biking
- Keep your bike in good repair
- Drink fluids & eat high-energy food
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| Hiking |
- Flashlight & Extra Batteries
- Metal Cup
- Waterproof Matches
- Whistle/Signal Mirror
- Extra Water & Food
- Tell Someone Your Route
- First Aid Supplies
- Be Aware of Altitude Sickness
- Space Blanket
- Compass
- Area Maps
- Knife
|
| Lightning |
- Watch the clouds for changes
- Remove a metal frame backpack
- Descend the mountain
- Stay away from water
- Squat on toes if you are in the open
- Know CPR
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| Playground |
- No kicking rocks, gravel, etc.
- Stay low on swing-sets
- One at a time down the slide
- Avoid clothing with strings
- Play on age appropriate equipment
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| Inline skating/Scootering |
- Knee pads
- Helmet
- Wrist guards
- Elbow pads
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| School Sports Safety |
- Wear protective, properly fitting equipment
- Play on a safe surface
- Don't forget to warm up and cool down
- Proper conditioning
- Good nutrition and lots of fluids
- Pre-participation physical exam
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| Skiing or Snowboarding |
- Wear proper clothing
- Wear a helmet
- Yield to uphill skiers
- Stay in control
- Do not exceed your skill level
- Be aware of avalanche danger
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| Water Sports |
- Wear a personal flotation device
- Always swim with a buddy
- Alcohol and water sports don't mix!
- Turn off boat when boarding or dismounting
- Enter water feet first
- Learn to swim
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