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1.1 Students describe and demonstrate
everyday actions that they can take in a range of situations to promote their
health. |
1.2
Students recommend healthy eating practices and demonstrate making healthy
choices from a range of foods. |
1.3
Students decide which people and things make environments and activities
safe. |
1.4 Students explain how health products and people in the
community help them meet their health needs. |
1.5
Students explain how elements of different environments, in which people
live, work and play, affect health. |
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Everyday actions to promote their health: ·
wash hands after toileting, before eating ·
shower or bathe daily ·
care for the skin, hair, eyes, ears ·
choose a variety of healthy foods ·
clean teeth after meals ·
drink water regularly ·
wear protective clothing and use sunscreens in the
outdoors ·
avoid polluted or dangerous physical environments ·
participate in physical activity ·
wear a seatbelt ·
wear a helmet when cycling ·
use pedestrian crossings ·
talk about concerns and worries ·
say ‘no’ to unwanted touch and other unwelcome actions ·
celebrate achievements and special occasions ·
do not talk to strangers |
Healthy eating practices: ·
eat regularly ·
eat a variety of healthy foods ·
select food from the basic food groups ·
eat to meet specific health needs ·
eat with family and friends ·
celebrate with food ·
eat foods from other cultures Making healthy choices from a range of foods: ·
choosing breakfast, lunch, snack and picnic foods based on
a food selection model ·
choosing appropriate quantities for energy and growth
requirements ·
using knowledge of special dietary needs to select
appropriate foods |
People who make activities and environments safe: ·
lifeguards at the beach supervise swimming ·
crossing supervisors make road crossing safe ·
umpires maintain control in games ·
teachers stop unsafe behaviour in the playground ·
police presence on the roads encourages adherence to rules ·
parents/carers make the home safe Things that make activities and environments safe: ·
safety signs, flags at the beach warn of conditions or
rules ·
traffic lights on the roads control traffic flow ·
protective equipment - helmets when cycling, elbow and
knee pads for roller blading or skateboarding, hats
and sunglasses when in the sun, shin pads in sport - reduces risk of injury ·
fences around pools prevent accidents ·
soft landing areas in playgrounds reduce risk of injury
and accidents |
Products that assist in meeting health needs: ·
personal hygiene products such as soap and toothpaste
reduce the risk of infection and disease ·
pharmaceutical products and first-aid supplies treat
ailments and injuries ·
sunscreens, hats and sunglasses protect the skin ·
nutritious foods meet growth and development needs People in the community who assist in meeting health
needs: ·
doctors diagnose and treat health problems and provide
access to medicine and vaccinations ·
dentists care for teeth ·
optometrists care for eyes ·
teachers provide opportunities to engage in, and
understand the importance of, physical activity for health ·
Aboriginal/Islander health workers provide culturally
appropriate health information ·
council workers ensure clean water, disposal of waste ·
chemists provide advice and medicines ·
school nurses conduct medical checks |
Elements of home environments that affect health: ·
good hygiene practices are related to reduced risk of
illness ·
quality of communication and support among individuals is
related to levels of stress and emotional wellbeing ·
use and maintenance of appliances is related to risk of
injury ·
chemical storage procedures are related to accidents and
injury Elements of work environments that affect health: ·
quality of lighting affects vision and influences safety ·
high noise levels can damage hearing and cause stress ·
protective gear (eye goggles, ear muffs) reduces risk of
injury ·
quality of support among workers affects levels of stress
and emotional wellbeing ·
workplace health and safety rules protect health and
safety Elements of play environments that affect health: ·
cooperative play and respect for others reduce risk of
injury and emotional upset ·
safe landing areas and safely maintained facilities reduce
risk of injury ·
shade protects from sun damage ·
litter increases risk of illness or injury |