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Know your Surroundings

Know your Surroundings. Where you live Know your neighbors Exit Staircases Assembly Point Secure Valuables How to summon for help. Identify Hazards in House. Kitchen / Pantry Bathrooms Balcony / Verandah Store Room General areas. Secure Valuables. Gold / Jewelry Passports

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Know your Surroundings

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  1. Know your Surroundings Where you live Know your neighbors Exit Staircases Assembly Point Secure Valuables How to summon for help

  2. Identify Hazards in House Kitchen / Pantry Bathrooms Balcony / Verandah Store Room General areas

  3. Secure Valuables Gold / Jewelry Passports Bank Documents Other Important Documents

  4. How to Summon for Help Evaluate Threat Level Know your location Stabilize Medical Condition Collect documentation needed Call 112

  5. In Case of Medical Emergency Electric Shock Burns Cuts & Bruises Broken Bones Heat Related Emergencies Fainting Heart Attack Allergy Reaction Insect Bites Diabetes / Low Blood Sugar First Aid Training

  6. In Case of Medical Emergency Electric Shock Stay clear if person in contact with power source Turn off power Call 112 if person is not responsive If responsive, take to medical facility at earliest May have small external burn, cannot tell tissue damage inside body

  7. In Case of Medical Emergency Minor Burns Apply cold water (not ice) Run cold water till burn area does not hurt Cover with non stick sterile dressing

  8. In Case of Medical Emergency

  9. In Case of Medical Emergency If person is on fire Call 112 STOP DROP & ROLL, then cover with wet blanket Remove jewelry and clothing not stuck to skin Cover with dry blanket

  10. In Case of Medical Emergency Cuts & Bruises Wash with lots of clean water Apply antibiotic ointment Dress wound Apply pressure if bleeding does not stop If puncture skin, leave object inside – let medical staff remove it Call 112 if bleeding does not stop in about 15 minutes

  11. In Case of Medical Emergency Broken Bones & Sprains Don’t straighten body part that is bent or deformed Don’t move broken bone piercing skin Keep wound cool with ice cold water Call 112 and don't move patient

  12. In Case of Medical Emergency Heat Related Emergencies Make person lie down in shade Give lots of cold fluids and electrolyte Remove excessive clothing, if possible Cool person with cool water spray Stretching & massage muscles gently

  13. In Case of Medical Emergency Heart Attack If person has no allergy, serious bleeding or signs of stroke, give aspirin Perform CPR, if knowledgeable Act quickly and call 112 or rush patient to hospital

  14. In Case of Medical Emergency Allergy Reaction Check medical jewelry for type of allergy If conscious, ask about medication & dosage Use epinephrine pen Be alert for signs of shock / trouble breathing

  15. In Case of Medical Emergency Insect Bites Check for signs of insect bite Wash bite with lots of running water Know type of insect to inform medical personnel If not responsive, call 112 or rush to medical center immediately

  16. In Case of Medical Emergency Diabetes / Low Blood Sugar If person can sit and swallow, give something sweet to drink / eat Let them sit quietly or lie down

  17. In Case of Medical Emergency Poison Look for leaking / spilled containers Get poison off as quickly as possible Take off contaminated clothing/jewelry Rinse contaminated are with lots of water Rush to medical facility if ingested poison

  18. In Case of Medical Emergency First Aid Training Howto perform CPR Howto use AED Whyget training Whereto get training

  19. Health Care Facilities in Kuwait • Primary Health Center (Clinics) • Secondary Health Center (Hospitals) • Specialist Hospitals • Private Clinics • Private Hospitals • Private Home Care Providers

  20. Car Safety • Tires • Radiator • Electrical • Seat Belts • Children in Front Seat • Unsecured Items in Car

  21. Driving Alone • If followed, go to high trafficpublic area • Record License Plate Number • In case of accident, call 112 and provide location • Call Spouse or Friend to meet you • Have all documents and photocopy too

  22. Taking a Taxi • Use Reliable Taxi Operator • Record License Plate Number • Call Spouse or Friend • Watch out for unwarranted Detours • Never accept drinks or snacks • Don’t share personal information

  23. Safety at Office • Be aware of emergency exit route and assembly points • If working beyond normal hours, inform spouse or friend • Let co-workers know that others know you are at work • Be aware that you don’t get locked in • Report suspicious activity and behavior

  24. While Walking • Be aware of surroundings • Avoid dark or isolated areas – go in group • Walk in opposite direction of traffic • Keep handbag close to you • If followed, record license plate number • If you feel threatened, call 112

  25. Children Safety • Don’t leave kids alone unsupervised • Children walking for tuitions should go in groups, or with adult supervision • Inform your kids if they will be picked up by others • Know the parents of your children’s friends

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