Chapter 26 vocab Flashcards
Cyberbullying
Cruel or hurtful online contact.
Unintentional injuries
An injury resulting from an unexpected event.
Accident chain
A sequence of events that leads to an unintentional injury.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
The agency within the federal government that is responsible for promoting safe and healthful conditions in the workplace.
Personal flotation device
Life jacket.
Vehicular safety
Obeying the rules of the road and exercising common sense and good judgment while driving.
Graduated licensing
A system that gradually increases driving privileges over time.
Road rage
Responding to a driving incident with violence.
Defensive driving
Being aware of potential hazards on the road and taking action to avoid them.