Ways to Ensure Physical Safety
by Stay safe by learning various ways to prevent physical harm and even death.
Handle sharp objects with care. To prevent the risk of cutting yourself with a fork or sharp knife that is hard to see in dish water, keep forks and sharp knives on the counter while you run water in the sink. Do not run with sharp objects. Hold the sharp end of things such as scissors toward the floor as you carry them.
To prevent choking, do not take big bites when you eat. If you see someone choking, put your arms around his or her waist and make a pulling motion with your fists clenched until the food is dislodged from the other person’s throat. Perform this procedure on yourself if you start choking while you are alone.
Protect your feet. Wear gym shoes while lifting free weights or playing sports that require running.
Never look at the sun. When the sun is in your line of sight, wear sunglasses and cover the side of your face that is facing the sun with a hat or your hand with your fingers closed. Only watch eclipses with special eye wear designed for watching eclipses.
Drink plenty of water and sports drinks when it is hot. Do not exert yourself too much in hot weather.
To avoid frostbite in freezing weather, wear gloves or mittens. Cover your nose and mouth with a scarf. Wear a scarf or ear muffs on your ears.
Do not try to open an elevator while the doors are closing. Hold the handrail while riding an elevator or escalator.
Avoid trouble. Always mind your own business. Never start or accept a physical fight. Never try to physically break up a fight. Never attack or assault anyone. Do not do or say something that is likely to provoke someone to hurt you.
Avoid electrical shocks. Do not stick your fingers or metal objects into electrical outlets. Keep electrical appliances away from water.
Avoid fires. Keep flammable materials away from light bulbs and heat. Empty the lint filter before you operate a clothes dryer. Do not smoke indoors.
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