Hello, Super Students! Let's Learn About Staying Safe and Healthy!

Welcome to a very important topic! Think of being safe and healthy as having a real-life superpower. It helps you have fun, learn better, and take care of yourself and the people around you. In these notes, we'll learn some amazing tricks and tips to become a Safety and Health Hero! Ready? Let's begin!


Part 1: Dealing with Unfamiliar Situations and Challenges

Sometimes, life shows us something new or tricky. This is called an unfamiliar situation. It might feel a little scary, but don't worry! Knowing what to do is the first step to being brave and safe.

Examples of unfamiliar situations:

• Getting separated from your parents in a crowded shopping mall.
• A stranger offering you candy or a ride home.
• Seeing smoke coming from a room at school.

A Super Simple Safety Trick: STOP, THINK, ACT!

If you're ever in a tricky spot, just remember this easy 3-step plan:

1. STOP!
Take a big, deep breath. Try to stay calm. The first step is just to pause and not panic.

2. THINK!
Ask yourself: "What is happening? What are my choices? What is the safest thing I can do right now?" Your brain is your best tool!

3. ACT!
Do the safest action. This often means finding a trusted adult for help. Look for a police officer, a shopkeeper with a uniform, or a teacher. If you are ever unsure, shouting "NO!" loudly and running to a safe place is a very good action.

Key Takeaway

When you face a new challenge, remember to STOP, THINK about the safest choice, and then ACT. Always trust your feelings and get help from a grown-up you know and trust.


Part 2: Simple First Aid and Dealing with Accidents

Accidents can happen, even when we are being careful. First aid is the first help you give someone who is hurt while you wait for an adult or a doctor. Knowing a little first aid can make a big difference!

Common Accidents and What to Do:

For Minor Cuts and Scrapes:

1. Tell an adult right away.
2. The adult will help you wash the cut with clean, cool water and soap.
3. Gently pat it dry with a clean cloth.
4. Cover it with a clean plaster or bandage to keep germs out.

For a Nosebleed:

1. Sit down and lean forward a little bit. This is super important!
2. Gently pinch the soft part of your nose (just below the bony part).
3. Hold it for about 5-10 minutes while breathing through your mouth.
4. Tell a grown-up what's happening.

Common Mistake to Avoid: Don't lean your head back! This can make blood go down your throat, which might make you feel sick.

For a Minor Burn (like from hot water):

1. Tell an adult IMMEDIATELY.
2. The adult should help you run cool (not ice cold!) water over the burn for at least 10 minutes.
3. Don't put ice, butter, or cream on a burn. Clean, cool water is the best!

Quick Review Box

Cuts? Wash and cover.
Nosebleed? Sit, lean FORWARD, and pinch.
Burn? Cool water for 10 minutes.
The MOST important rule? Always tell a trusted adult first!


Part 3: People and Organisations That Help Us

You are never alone when it comes to safety! There is a whole team of people and groups in our community whose job is to help us in an emergency.

Your Community Safety Team:

• Police Officers: They help keep our community safe, find us if we are lost, and help when there are accidents.
• Firefighters: They put out fires and rescue people from dangerous situations.
• Paramedics: These are the helpers who come in an ambulance when someone is very sick or hurt. They give emergency medical care.
• School Nurse / Teachers: They are your safety team at school, ready to help with any problem, big or small.
• St. John Ambulance & Hong Kong Red Cross: These are special organisations that teach first aid and help during big emergencies.

Did you know?

You can call 999 in Hong Kong for an emergency. This number will connect you to the police, fire service, or ambulance. Only call this number in a real emergency!

Key Takeaway

There are many people and organisations ready to help you stay safe. Know who they are and never be afraid to ask for help when you need it.


Part 4: Healthcare Services in Hong Kong

Healthcare services are all the places we can go to get help for our bodies, from a small cold to a broken bone. It's like having a team of expert mechanics for your body!

Where to Go for Help:

• Family Doctors (Clinics): You visit them when you have a fever, a cough, a sore tummy, or need a check-up. They are your main health expert.
• Hospitals: These are for very serious problems. They have special doctors and machines to handle big emergencies. The A&E (Accident & Emergency) department is where you go for urgent help.
• Dentists: They are tooth doctors! They help keep your teeth clean, fix cavities, and make sure your smile is healthy.
• School Health Service: This service provides health check-ups for students to make sure you are growing up strong and healthy.

Key Takeaway

From local clinics to big hospitals, there are many healthcare services in Hong Kong to help you. Knowing where to go helps you get the right care at the right time.


Part 5: The Importance of Community Health

What is community health? It's the idea that for a city to be truly healthy, we need to make sure everyone in the community is healthy and safe, not just one person.

Analogy Time! Think of your classroom. If one person comes to school sick and doesn't cover their cough, germs can spread. Soon, many students might get sick. But if everyone works together by washing hands and staying home when ill, the whole class stays healthy and can have fun learning. Our whole city is like one big classroom!

Good community health means:

• We can stop diseases from spreading quickly.
• Our parks, streets, and buildings are clean and safe.
• Everyone has a better chance to be healthy, happy, and active.

Key Takeaway

Community health means working together so that our entire neighbourhood, school, and city can be healthy. A healthy community is a happy community!


Part 6: Your Responsibilities in Community Health

You have a very important role to play in community health. You can be a Community Health Hero by doing these simple things every day!

My Health Hero Checklist:

1. Practice Good Personal Hygiene: Wash your hands with soap and water often, especially before eating and after using the toilet. Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.
2. Keep Our Environment Clean: Always put your rubbish in a bin. Never litter. A clean city is a healthy city!
3. Eat Healthy Foods and Exercise: A strong body can fight off germs more easily. Play outside, run around, and eat your fruits and vegetables.
4. Stay Home When You Are Sick: It might be sad to miss school, but resting at home helps you get better faster and stops germs from spreading to your friends.
5. Follow Safety Rules: Whether you are on the playground, crossing the street, or in the swimming pool, following the rules helps prevent accidents for you and for others.

Key Takeaway

Every small, healthy choice you make—like washing your hands or not littering—adds up to make a big difference for everyone. You have the power to help keep our community safe and healthy!