Hello, young safety star! Disasters can be scary, but knowing what to do makes you brave and ready. Learn these simple steps and teach your family.
Numbers to remember
What to do
Earthquake
Drop to the floor, Cover your head under a strong table, Hold On until the shaking stops.
Fire
Get out and stay out. Crawl low under smoke. If clothes catch fire: Stop, Drop and Roll.
Flood
Go to high ground with a grown-up. Never play or walk in flood water.
Lightning
Go inside a building. Stay away from trees, poles and open water.
Heat
Drink water often, wear light clothes and stay out of the midday sun.
Lost or scared
Stay calm, find a safe adult such as a teacher or police officer, and say your name and phone number.
My go-bag
Ask a grown-up to help you pack: water bottle, torch, biscuits or dry snacks, a whistle, a small first-aid kit, a family contact card and a favourite small toy or book.
Games and quizzes
Play safe or unsafe? with your family: one person names an action, the others shout "Safe!" or "Unsafe!". Sit in the lift during a fire? Unsafe! Meet at the assembly point? Safe!