Safety Guidelines for Walking on Ice

The video provides guidelines for safe behavior on ice, emphasizing the importance of checking for existing paths, ensuring adequate ice thickness, maintaining distance in groups, and avoiding river ice. It stresses the need for supervision of children and recommends venturing onto ice only during daylight for better visibility. The information is prepared by the Vilnius Public Health Bureau.

What should you look for before stepping onto ice to ensure it's safe?

• Check the weather forecast.

• Check for existing footprints or paths.

• Ensure the ice is clear and smooth.

• Look for signs of wildlife.

What is the minimum ice thickness required for a group of people to safely walk on it?

• 15 cm

• 12 cm

• 10 cm

• 7 cm

How far apart should people be when walking on ice in a group?

• 5 meters

• 2 meters

• 3 meters

• 10 meters

Why is river ice considered unsafe?

• It is never stable.

• It is prone to cracking.

• It is too slippery.

• It is too thin.

When is the safest time to walk on ice?

• During the night

• In the early morning

• In the evening

• During daylight hours