Safe Environment – Lesson 1-3

Which of the following statements is true?

• Adequate room design will ensure child safety.

• As long as the outdoor temperature is safe for children to go outside, the equipment is safe to touch.

• Extension cords are not safe for preschool classrooms.

• All plants are safe for preschool classrooms.

If your playground is surrounded by a tall fence, it is not necessary to check it for garbage or debris before children play.

• True

• False

Which of the following issues should be corrected before children are permitted to play?

• Peeling paint or rust

• Protruding nuts and bolts

• Missing or broken parts on equipment or materials

• All of the above

If a toy is marked “Safe for children ages 3+,” it is safe for all the children in your preschool classroom.

• True

• False

Which of the following toys is appropriate for preschool children?

• A toy helicopter that takes off from a hand-held launching pad.

• A superhero cape that ties around the neck.

• A carpentry apron that ties around the waist.

• An Easy-Bake Oven in the dramatic play area.

During her morning safety check, Amelia discovers frayed electrical cords near the computer. It appears that the class rabbit chewed the electrical cords. Which of the following is not a necessary step to correct the problem?

• Report the frayed electrical cords to her administrator.

• Take the rabbit to an animal shelter.

• Unplug the computer and do not allow children to play on it.

• Note the item on her safety checklist.

As long as you meet the staff-to-child ratio, you can ensure the safety of all children at all times.

• True

• False

Who can be counted in ratio?

• Parent

• Food service worker

• Volunteer

• Only approved staff members can be counted in ratio.

Carla is alone in a classroom with 11 children. A mother arrives to drop off another child. This will put Carla out of ratio. What should she not do?

• Note the time of the child's arrival so staffing can be adjusted at that time in the future.

• Ask the mother if it’s possible for her to stay until another adult arrives.

• Call her administrator and ask for help right away.

• Leave the room to go find another staff member to help.

What is the main hazard associated with toys that have cords and strings for infants and very young children?

• They can cause loud noises.

• They can lead to strangulation.

• They can break into small parts.

• They can have sharp points.