By: Jena, Kate & Julie

SAFETY

NASPE

Standard #5: Students exhibit responsible

personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings

State Standard

Standard #4:

Sports & Recreational/Lifetime ActivitiesPhysical education teachers have a

broad and comprehensive understanding of the critical elements, skill

progressions, strategies, and safety practices associated with participation in sports and recreational/lifetime activities.

Interdisciplinary Subjects

All age groups and activities

Playground safety

Children & adult safety

Appropriate clothing and shoes

Let’s see what YOU know about safety…

How many children visit the ER each with bicycle related injuries?

• A. 10,000• B. 3,000• C. 15,000• D. 30,000

If you said….

D. 30,000 you are correct!10,000 of those are injuries that require a few days stay in the hospital. Head injuries are the most common serious injury.

Playground equipment is generally safe for children

• A. 2 years and older• B. 4 years and older• C. 5 years and older• D. All of these

If you said…

D. All of these, you are correct!Playground equipment is designed for three different age groups: infants and toddlers under 2, 2-5 year olds and 5-12 year olds. Equipment should be assessed by an adult for safety. More than 200,000 kids visit the ER each year with playground related injuries.

Young children require higher SPF sunscreen for protection from sun exposure and sunburn

A. TrueB. False

If you said…

B. False, you are correct! The higher the SPF only means more chemicals. For most children over 6 months of age the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend SPF 15-30 and reapplication every 1.5 to 2 hours depending on conditions. They also recommend choosing a sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB. Children under 6 months of age should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

Bike Helmet Safety Checklist

This week is National Playground Safety Week!

For more information and outdoor safety tips visit:www.playgroundsafety.orgwww.safekids.orgwww.kidshealth.org