Injury prevention committee

Question 1

Helmets reduce TBI by ____%?

Answer 1

Helmets reduce TBI by 88% if worn properly!

Question 2

what are the 3 E’s of injury prevention

Answer 2

Education- increase public awareness
Enforcement- safety regulations
Engineering- designing safer products and environments (cars, roads)

Question 3

what is the leading cause of child and youth death?

Answer 3

Injury is leading cause of child and youth death – MVA, Drowning, Threats to breathing

Question 4

leading cause of unintentional injury in a child:
<1 year
above 1 year

Answer 4

<1 year: threats to breathing

>1 year: MVA

Question 5

what is the main cause of hospital admission for unintentional injury in all children

Answer 5

fall

Question 6

children of what age should not operate an ATV

Answer 6

<16 yo

Question 7

What is some advice you can give to prevent injury with skiing and snowboarding

Answer 7

wear a helmet and goggles
wear a wrist brace for snowboarding
training and supervision
use proper fitting equipment
do not use alcohol or drugs on the slopes

Question 8

what is the alpine responsibility code (10)

Answer 8

(a) take lessons from a certified instructor
(b) never ski or snowboard alone
(c) maintain and check ski and snowboard equipment
(d) exercise and stretch before each day of skiing/snowboarding
(e) stay on marked trails
(f) follow the skiers/boarders responsibility code
(g) be alert to physical and environmental hazards
(h) wear appropriate gear, including helmets
(i) ski and snowboard on hills that are within your ability and skill level
(j) quit before becoming too tired