What should an adult do whenever a child is in or near water?
A Rely only on swim lessons
B Provide close, constant supervision
C Watch from another room
D Check occasionally by phone
Answer: B. Provide close, constant supervision. CDC recommends close, constant adult supervision around water, including bathtubs.
Why don’t swimming lessons remove the need for water supervision?
A Lessons prevent every risk
B Pools become hazard-free
C Children still need supervision
D Children can supervise themselves
Answer: C. Children still need supervision. CDC says children who have had swimming lessons still need close, constant supervision.
Which activity should a water supervisor avoid?
A Giving full attention
B Using a phone
C Watching the child closely
D Staying within reach
Answer: B. Using a phone. A phone can distract an adult; CDC advises avoiding distracting activities while supervising near water.
Which direction should stovetop pot handles face?
A Toward the edge
B Toward the child
C Over the counter
D Toward the back
Answer: D. Toward the back. The AAP recommends turning pot handles toward the back so children cannot reach and grab them.
What pool barrier helps reduce unsupervised child access?
A A floating toy border
B A loose pool cover
C Four-sided pool fence
D A painted deck line
Answer: C. Four-sided pool fence. A four-sided fence can separate a pool from the house and reduce a child’s unsupervised access.
During boating, which protective item should children wear?
A A bicycle helmet
B A loose scarf
C A properly fitted life jacket
D A swim ring
Answer: C. A properly fitted life jacket. CDC says life jackets reduce drowning risk while boating.
After pool time ends, what should caregivers do?
A Turn off supervision
B Leave the gate open
C Store toys in pool
D Lock water-access doors
Answer: D. Lock water-access doors. CDC advises shutting and locking doors that give access to water after swim time.
Why should a young child never be left alone in a bathtub?
A Drowning can happen quickly
B Bath toys prevent drowning
C Shallow water is always safe
D A sibling replaces supervision
Answer: A. Drowning can happen quickly. Young children need close supervision around all water, including bathtubs.
How should caregivers choose a child car seat?
A By a friend’s choice
B By color and price
C By age and size
D By vehicle brand alone
Answer: C. By age and size. NHTSA recommends choosing a seat for the child’s age and size and checking its fit in the vehicle.
How long should a young child remain rear-facing?
A Until the first birthday
B Until seat limits are reached
C Until the child walks
D Until the next seat sale
Answer: B. Until seat limits are reached. NHTSA recommends rear-facing as long as possible, within the manufacturer’s height and weight limits.
According to NHTSA, where should children under 13 ride?
A An adult’s lap
B The front passenger seat
C A cargo area
D The vehicle’s back seat
Answer: D. The vehicle’s back seat. NHTSA recommends that children under 13 ride in the back seat in an appropriate restraint.
Which placement is unsafe for a rear-facing car seat?
A Before an active airbag
B In a rear seating position
C Within seat limits
D Installed by the manual
Answer: A. Before an active airbag. A rear-facing seat should not be placed in front of an active air bag.
After a child outgrows rear-facing limits, what restraint can come next?
A Forward-facing harness and tether
B No restraint
C An adult lap belt
D A loose booster cushion
Answer: A. Forward-facing harness and tether. NHTSA describes moving to a forward-facing seat with a harness and tether after a child outgrows rear-facing limits.
When should a child use a booster seat?
A As soon as they walk
B Until belt fits correctly
C Only for long trips
D Before using a car seat
Answer: B. Until belt fits correctly. A booster helps position a child until the vehicle belt fits correctly.
Which seat-belt fit is appropriate for a child?
A Lap low; shoulder across chest
B Belt under both arms
C Lap belt on stomach
D Shoulder belt behind back
Answer: A. Lap low; shoulder across chest. NHTSA says the lap belt should lie across the upper thighs and the shoulder belt across the chest and shoulder.
Which instructions should caregivers check when installing a car seat?
A Only the seat color label
B A general online comment
C Only a social-media post
D Seat and vehicle manuals
Answer: D. Seat and vehicle manuals. NHTSA advises following both the car-seat maker’s instructions and the vehicle owner’s manual.
What is never safe to do with a child near a vehicle?
A Leave them alone
B Secure them in a seat
C Lock the parked vehicle
D Check the rear seat
Answer: A. Leave them alone. NHTSA says it is never okay to leave a child alone in or around a car.
Which habit can help prevent leaving a child in a parked vehicle?
A Keep windows open
B Rely on routine alone
C Leave keys in reach
D Look before you lock
Answer: D. Look before you lock. NHTSA recommends making a habit of checking before locking the vehicle.
Before reversing a vehicle, what extra check helps protect children?
A Rely only on a camera
B Walk around the vehicle
C Assume the driveway is clear
D Ask a child to guide
Answer: B. Walk around the vehicle. NHTSA says cameras do not fully replace actively checking around a vehicle.
How can caregivers limit a child’s access to a parked car?
A Lock it; keep keys away
B Keep the car unlocked
C Let children explore inside
D Leave keys on a table
Answer: A. Lock it; keep keys away. NHTSA advises keeping vehicles locked and keys out of children’s reach.
Which protective gear can help reduce serious head injury while cycling?
A A loose hood
B A properly fitted helmet
C A wristwatch
D A scarf
Answer: B. A properly fitted helmet. CDC says a bike helmet can help protect against serious head injury.
How should a bicycle helmet fit?
A Snugly all around
B Tilted far backward
C Only held by one strap
D Loose with visible gaps
Answer: A. Snugly all around. CDC guidance says a helmet should fit snugly around the head without spaces.
How far above the eyebrows should a helmet’s front edge sit?
A Four finger widths
B Below the eyebrows
C At the crown only
D One or two finger widths
Answer: D. One or two finger widths. CDC helmet-fit guidance places the front pad about one or two finger widths above the eyebrows.
What shape should helmet side straps form under the ears?
A A loose loop
B A crossed knot
C A straight line
D A V shape
Answer: D. A V shape. CDC guidance says side straps should form a V under and slightly in front of the ears.
Which statement about bicycle helmets is accurate?
A Helmets remove every risk
B No helmet prevents all concussions
C Any size fits everyone
D Straps are optional
Answer: B. No helmet prevents all concussions. CDC notes that no helmet is concussion-proof, though a properly fitted helmet can reduce risk of serious head injury.
For infant sleep, which position is recommended every time?
A On the back
B On the side
C Propped upright
D On the stomach
Answer: A. On the back. CDC recommends placing babies on their backs for every sleep, including naps and nighttime.
Which sleep surface is recommended for a baby?
A Soft sofa cushion
B Firm, flat mattress
C Inclined adult bed
D Pillow-top blanket
Answer: B. Firm, flat mattress. CDC recommends a firm, flat sleep surface, such as a safety-approved crib mattress.
What should be on an infant’s sleep surface?
A A fitted sheet only
B Stuffed animals
C Bumper pads
D Pillows and blankets
Answer: A. A fitted sheet only. CDC advises keeping soft bedding and objects out of the baby’s sleep area.
Which arrangement is safer than bed-sharing?
A Sofa-sharing
B Adult-bed sleeping
C Room-sharing, separate surface
D Pillow nest
Answer: C. Room-sharing, separate surface. CDC says keeping the baby’s crib or bassinet in the caregiver’s room is safer than bed-sharing.
If a baby falls asleep in a stroller, what should a caregiver do?
A Leave baby unattended
B Place baby on a sofa
C Use a safe sleep surface
D Add a soft blanket
Answer: C. Use a safe sleep surface. CDC advises moving a sleeping baby to a safe sleep surface as soon as possible.
Where should medicines be kept around young children?
A On a low table
B Out of sight and reach
C In an open purse
D Beside the bed
Answer: B. Out of sight and reach. Poison Control advises keeping medicines out of sight and reach of young children.
How should medicines be stored after use?
A In child-resistant containers
B In an unlabeled cup
C Mixed with candy
D Loose on a counter
Answer: A. In child-resistant containers. Poison Control recommends original child-resistant containers and safe storage away from children.
Why should loose pills not be left on a table?
A They can look like candy
B They teach counting
C They lose their color
D They become harmless
Answer: A. They can look like candy. Poison Control notes that pills can look like candy to young children.
What can help block children’s access to cleaners and matches?
A A nearby toy box
B Safety latches or locks
C A paper label
D An open shelf
Answer: B. Safety latches or locks. CPSC recommends locks or latches on cabinets that contain cleaners, matches, and other hazards.
If poisoning is suspected, what should a caregiver do?
A Give an unknown remedy
B Wait for symptoms
C Contact poison help promptly
D Induce vomiting without advice
Answer: C. Contact poison help promptly. Poison Control recommends contacting a poison center or using its guidance tool if poisoning is suspected.
How should a toy’s button-battery compartment be secured?
A With a paper sticker
B With a tool-secured closure
C With a loose lid
D With tape alone
Answer: B. With a tool-secured closure. CPSC advises checking that battery compartments are properly secured, such as with a screw closure.
If a child may have swallowed a button battery, what is urgent?
A Check for symptoms first
B Wait until morning
C Offer a toy
D Seek medical attention immediately
Answer: D. Seek medical attention immediately. CPSC says to seek medical attention immediately after suspected button-battery ingestion.
How can a caregiver reduce furniture tip-over risk?
A Anchor it to a wall
B Leave drawers open
C Put it near a window
D Place toys on top
Answer: A. Anchor it to a wall. CPSC and the AAP recommend anchoring heavy furniture and televisions to reduce tip-over injuries.
Why isn’t a window screen enough to prevent a child from falling?
A Screens block ventilation
B Screens are not fall barriers
C Screens open automatically
D Screens attract children
Answer: B. Screens are not fall barriers. CPSC says window screens are not effective fall protection.
What helps protect children near an open window?
A An open curtain
B A chair beside it
C Window guards and limits
D A lightweight screen
Answer: C. Window guards and limits. CPSC recommends window guards or safety netting and limiting window openings.
Where should safety gates be used on stairs?
A Beside the window
B At the top and bottom
C Only in the hallway
D Only on the landing
Answer: B. At the top and bottom. Safety gates help block young children’s access to stairs; CPSC advises using appropriate gates.
What reduces strangulation risk from looped window-blind cords?
A Hang them beside a crib
B Leave loops at floor level
C Secure cords out of reach
D Tie them to a toy
Answer: C. Secure cords out of reach. CPSC recommends securing continuous-loop cords to the wall or floor.
Which item should be kept away from young children because of choking risk?
A Wall-mounted picture
B Large soft book
C Small loose objects
D Oversized pillow
Answer: C. Small loose objects. Young children can choke on small objects they can reach, so the environment and toys should be age-appropriate.
During meals, which practice helps reduce choking risk?
A Leave food unattended
B Eat while lying down
C Run while eating
D Sit upright and supervise
Answer: D. Sit upright and supervise. The AAP advises close supervision and safe positioning while young children eat.
Where should smoke alarms be installed in a home?
A Only near the front door
B Only beside the stove
C Only in the garage
D Sleeping areas and every level
Answer: D. Sleeping areas and every level. USFA recommends alarms inside and outside sleeping areas and on every level of the home.
How often should working smoke alarms be tested?
A Only when moving
B Only after a fire
C Every month
D Once a decade
Answer: C. Every month. USFA advises testing smoke alarms monthly.
What should a family do to prepare children for a home fire?
A Return for belongings
B Hide all exit routes
C Use elevators first
D Practice an escape plan
Answer: D. Practice an escape plan. USFA recommends planning and practicing a home escape route with everyone in the household.
If firearms are kept at home, how should they be stored?
A Locked, unloaded; ammunition separate
B Hidden under bedding
C Loaded in a drawer
D Unlocked on a shelf
Answer: A. Locked, unloaded; ammunition separate. The AAP recommends storing firearms locked and unloaded, with ammunition locked separately.
If a child finds a firearm, what should they do?
A Pick it up carefully
B Test whether it works
C Hide it from others
D Stay away; tell an adult
Answer: D. Stay away; tell an adult. The AAP advises children to stay away from a firearm and tell an adult immediately.
What does NHTSA advise about children under ten crossing streets?
A They should cross between cars
B They need no adult nearby
C They should not cross alone
D They should run ahead
Answer: C. They should not cross alone. NHTSA advises that children under ten should not be allowed to cross the street alone.