Preventive Measures for Safety (Primary 1- Security Education Lesson Note: Second Term, Week Second)

Week Two

Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary One
Week of the Second Term: 2nd Week
Topic: Preventive Measures for Safety
Sub-topic: Examples of Instructions that Must Be Obeyed to Ensure Safety

Instructional Objectives

At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Identify three specific safety instructions they should follow at home and school, such as wearing helmets while riding a bike.
2. Explain why it is important to obey safety instructions to keep themselves and others safe.
3. Demonstrate safety practices through role-play activities that show how to follow instructions.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should already know basic safety rules, such as looking both ways before crossing the street and not talking to strangers.

Instructional Materials

1. Textbook: Security Education for Primary School Book 1 by Abubakar Muhammed, Dayo Ogunniyi, and Kenneth Chime (2016)
2. Visual aids: Picture cards showing different safety instructions (like wearing seatbelts, using crossing signs, etc.).
3. Chart paper: To list the safety instructions discussed in class.

Reference Materials

• Muhammed, A., Ogunniyi, D., & Chime, K. (2016). Security Education for Primary School Book 1. Spectrum Book Limited. Lagos.

Content

Preventive Measures for Safety

Preventive measures for safety include following specific instructions that help protect us in different situations. 

Examples of Instructions that Must Be Obeyed to Ensure Safety

1. Hold Hands with an Adult: Always hold hands with a parent or guardian when crossing the road to stay safe.
2. Look Both Ways: Before crossing the street, look left, right, and left again to ensure no cars are coming.
3. Stay in Safe Areas: Play in designated safe areas, such as playgrounds or yards, and avoid wandering off to unknown places.
4. Use Safety Gear: Wear helmets when riding bicycles or scooters to protect your head from injuries.
5. Listen to Teachers: Follow instructions from teachers and adults during school activities to stay safe.
6. Stay Away from Dangerous Places: Avoid areas that are not safe, such as near busy roads or construction sites.
7. Don’t Talk to Strangers: Never talk to strangers or accept rides or gifts from them.
8. Keep Emergency Numbers Handy: Memorize important phone numbers, like that of your parents or guardians, in case of emergencies.
9. Follow Fire Safety Rules: Know the fire exit routes and listen to instructions during fire drills.
10. Stay Calm in Emergencies: If there is an emergency, stay calm and follow the instructions of adults around you.

Step 1: Introduction

Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)

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