Safety Survey

Kids' Quiz

1. Want to know more about electrical safety? Here's a fun way to learn!
2. You should fly kites: A.) During a lightning storm; B.) After looking up to be sure no overhead power lines are near; C.) After checking if there is enough wind.
3. Your body is a good: A.) Conductor; B.) Insulator of electricity.
4. Why can birds sit on power lines without being electrocuted? A.) Because they are not touching the ground or completing a circuit; B.) Because they are too big; C.) Because they have feathers.
5. Using electric appliances such as radios, hair dryers etc. near water is: A.) Just fine; B.) Very dangerous.
6. When climbing trees, be certain to: A.) Wear comfortable shoes; B.) Avoid climbing the tree if power lines are near.
7. If you are walking along a sidewalk or path and see a line or wire hanging from a pole, you should: A.) Keep away and warn others; B.) Mind your own business and keep walking.

(Answers: 1. B; 2. A; 3. A; 4. B; 5. B; 6. A.)