Safety and Security Resources

Below you will find links to student Web resources for practicing English in work and life situations (based on the Florida Adult ESOL Framework).

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Safety and Security Resources

Audio Resources/Listening Practice

1. Adult Learning Activities (by the California Distance Learning Project)
   http://www.cdlponline.org
   • Click "Health and Safety" or "Services" at the top of the page.
   • Click on the life skills headings to view substantial lists of topics with the following format:
     • Page 1: Reading (with audio and some videos)
     • Page 2: Vocabulary (with audio)
     • Page 3: Spelling Practice
     • Page 4: Follow-up Activity (a matching game)
     • Page 5: Comprehension Questions
   • Scores can be printed or e-mailed.

Central Florida Health Departments

1. Orlando-Orange County Health Department
   http://www.orchd.com/index.asp
2. Seminole County Health Department
   http://www.seminolecohealth.com/
3. Osceola County Health Department
   http://www.osceolahealth.org/

Crime Prevention

1. Crime Doctor: Your Prescription for Security and Safety (an extensive site with links to good tips)
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/site_index.htm
2. Apartment Security: Advice for Families in Rental Housing
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/apartment0.htm
3. Apartment Security: Key Control
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/apartmen4.htm
4. An Article on Auto Theft (scroll down for prevention tips)
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/autotheft1.htm
5. Shopping Center Security (scroll down for tips on mall safety)
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/shopping.htm
6. Parking Lot Security
   http://www.crimedoctor.com/parking.htm
7. Home Security Workbook (printable tips on securing doors, windows, leaving children home alone, etc.)
   http://www.seminolesheriff.org/en-us/your_community/community_services_and_crime_prevention/HomeSecurity-Rev%20Final09242008%20(2).pdf
8. Security Quiz (a short quiz to help improve your knowledge on burglary prevention)
   http://www.safetylca.org/s/SafeFact.asp?loc=s&tag=s3&pg=SafeFact.asp&page=SafeFact_HomeSecurity.htm&type=p

Emergencies/911

1. In Case of Emergency
   http://www.medids.com/Phone_Tips.html
2. Call for Help (from Wikipedia)
   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Call_for_help
3. How to Use 911 (a printer-friendly version)
   http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/911.html
4. How to Use 911
   http://www.ci.kirkland.wa.us/depart/PD/How_to_use_911.htm#ENGLISH
5. 911 Conversation: Reporting a Fire (with audio)
   http://www.statefarm.com/learning/kid_stuff/smoke/cmndctr/images/911top.swf
6. Emergency Help: Call 911 (simpler reading)
   http://www.nriol.com/welcome2america/emergency-info-911.asp

Health and Environmental Issues 

1. Bureau of Community Environmental Health Division of Environmental Health (Florida Department of Health)
   http://www.doh.state.fl.us/environment/community/index.html
2. Environmental Health Newsroom (in printable PDF format; Division of Environmental Health; Florida Department of Health)
   http://www.doh.state.fl.us/environment/newsroom/index.html

Safety: Alarm Systems

1. E-How (browse for "how to choose a car alarm;" "how to choose a smoke detector;" or "how to choose a house alarm system")
   http://www.ehow.com/
2. Brief Tips on Smoke Detectors
   http://www.nyc.gov/html/fdny/html/safety/firesafety_detect.shtml
3. Information on Smoke Alarms (from Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.)
   http://www.ul.com/consumers/smoke.html
4. Home Security Tips: House Alarms (from the Discovery Channel)
   http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/ittakesathief/tips/homesecurity/homesecurity.html

Safety: Emergencies

1. Emergency Practice Quiz (for lower levels; good visuals)
   http://www.tinkerbellchime.com/EL_Civics_Emergencies.html

Fire Safety

1. A Brief List of Tips on Planning a Fire Escape Route
   http://www.nyc.gov/html/fdny/html/safety/firesafety_escape.shtml
2. Fire Safety (information, puzzles and games)
   http://www.firesafety.gov/kids/flash.shtm
3. Using a Fire Extinguisher (a video)
   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCSms-jyOao
4. How a Fire Extinguisher Works (a video)
   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQetHlv4y-8&feature=related

Home Safety

1. Home Safety Checklist
   http://www.kidsarus.org/volunteers/Volunteer_Leader_Training_Guide/004/LifestylesH2.pdf
2. Home Safety Checklist
   http://www.surrey.ca/Living+in+Surrey/Emergency+and+Protective+Services/Fire/Safety+Tips/Safety+Pages/Home+Safety+Checklist.htmHome

Safety: Label and Security Warnings

1. About Labels (signal words explained)
   http://www.epa.gov/kidshometour/labels.htm
2. Learn About Chemicals around Your House (a home tour picture activity)
   http://www.epa.gov/kidshometour/tour.htm#view
3. Reading Warning Labels (game with answer key)
   http://www.quia.com/cz/76064.html

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