PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND

HEALTH 12
Name of Learner: __________________________________Grade Level: _______________
Section: __________________________________________Date: _____________________

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET (Week 7)

Safety Practices in Outdoor Recreation

Background Information

First aid administration is a life-saving skill that requires training, this discussion will
provide basic information and guide, so one may know how to react and respond to certain
medical and emergency situations.

If facilities are cared for and used well, they will have a longer shelf life. Others will be
able to benefit from their use. Conducting proper etiquette in the use of facilities also ensures
the safety of those who use them. The risks in using them are minimized.

Learning Competency

Observes personal safety protocol to avoid dehydration, overexertion, hypo- and

hyperthermia during MVPA participation
Demonstrates proper etiquette and safety in the use of facilities and equipment
What-to-do in emergency situation
Panic is the worst enemy of any emergency situation. It even makes a bad situation
worse, as this spreads to others as well. So, the first thing to do in an emergency situation is to
stay calm. Then, try to remember and apply the DRSABC action plan or flow that is described
as follows:

• Danger- always check first the danger and source of injury. Make sure the
surroundings are safe and out of danger, otherwise, you will also allow
D yourself to be a victim.

• Responsiveness- can the casualty hear your voice? Can they open and close
R their eyes? Are there any movements? Do they respond to touch?

• Send- send for help or shout for help.

S

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649
 • Airway- is the person's airway clear? If the person is not responding and is
unconscious, check airway by opening the mouth and having a look inside.
A Tilting the head back with the chin facing up will clear an airway.

• Breathing- make sure that the victim is breathing by looking at breathing

B signs, listening to exhales, and feeling air coming out of the mouth or nose.

• CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)- if an adult is unconscious, no

pulse and not breathing, perform the CPR until the emergency personnel or
C medics arrive.

Activity 1: Administering First Aid

Directions: Read and analyze the scenario below. Answer the questions then write it on a
separate sheet of paper.
Scenario: You and your two friends were hiking and along the trail you saw a man who is
unconscious, with blood oozing from his head. How should you deal with this situation?
a. What is the first thing that you should do?
b. List everything you think you would need to do as the first persons to arrive at the
scene.
Characteristics of a Good First Aider
1. Gentle- first aider should not cause, inflict pain as much as possible
2. Resourceful- makes the best use of things at hand
3. Observant- should notice all signs, aware of what is happening and what may happen.
4. Tactful- handling the victim with utmost care and in a calm manner.
5. Emphatic- should be comforting.
6. Respectable- maintains a professional and caring attitude.

Activity 2: First Aid Skills

Directions: Read and analyze the statement below. Answer the questions then write it on a
separate sheet of paper.
If you will be administering first aid, what skills should you possess? Think of three
important skills and expound your answer.

Safety and Etiquette Outdoors

There are a few common practices that apply to all outdoor areas and activities.
Following these rules helps ensure that everyone using an area will have a good time and that
the area will be preserved for others to enjoy. It’s also a good idea to learn the etiquette specific
to your sport and the rules for the organization maintaining a site as they may vary from place
to place.

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649
1. Use common sense. Don’t go out alone and be considerate of others using the space. Learn
the specific safety and etiquette guidelines for your sport.
2. Let someone know where you’re going and when you plan to be back. Sign in on the
trailhead register, and carry ID.
3. Plan ahead. Check maps and trail guides. Don’t rely on a GPS or your cell phone–bring a
map and compass. Bring a whistle, a first aid kit, and matches or a lighter. Bring a headlamp
or flashlight in case you are out longer than expected.
4. Tick prevention. The Thangamani Lab at Upstate Medical University recommends frequent
tick checks, wearing light colored clothing to easily detect ticks, tucking your pants into your
socks, wearing long sleeves, and to use EPA-registered insect repellents and clothing treated
with permethrin.
5. Stay on the trail. Most trails are marked with signs, paint blazes on trees, etc. Keep off
private property.
6. Dress properly. Wear appropriate shoes. Dress in quick-drying layers that can be swapped
out. Dress kids in bright colors. Ensure everyone brings a waterproof layer such as a rain jacket.
7. Follow the rules of the area. Don’t start fires or set up campgrounds if it isn’t permitted.
8. When relieving yourself, be sure to do so 200 feet away from trails and any water sources.
9. Motorized vehicles are only allowed on roadways and in designated parking areas unless
otherwise marked.
10. Bring plenty of water and food. Don’t drink from bodies of water unless you have a
method of purifying the water.
11. Pack out what you bring in. Never leave garbage behind and attempt to “leave no trace”
that you were there – leave things where you found them.
12. Learn to identify and avoid poisonous plants. In our area of New York State, it is possible
to come across poison oak, poison ivy, poison sumac, wild parsnip, and giant hogweed. Skin
contact with these plants can cause very painful or itchy rashes so do not touch them. If you
find giant hogweed, report it to the DEC.
13. Be aware of your surroundings including hazards such as hanging trees or branches,
cliffs, steep slopes, loose or slippery rocks, and rapid currents or waterfalls.
14. If you get lost, stay in one place, and stay warm and dry. Draw attention with bright colored
clothing, a flashlight, or your whistle.
15. When out with a dog, make sure your pet is wearing an ID collar. Always pick up after
your dog and observe leash rules. Do not allow your dog to chase wildlife or intimidate other
visitors.
16. Don’t feed the wildlife. Wild animals may seem tame and safe, but it’s better for them and
other visitors if humans do not feed them.
17. Speak quietly and turn your cell phone down, if not off.
18. Move to the side to take breaks, allowing others to pass.
19. Alway check yourself, children, and dogs for ticks when leaving the woods. Wear a hat,
long sleeves, and pants, and tuck pants into socks in areas where ticks are a big problem.
20. Remember sunscreen and bug spray.

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649
Activity 3: Protective Equipment

Enjoying nature with outdoor recreational activities give us a sense of fulfillment. It

removes stress, anxiety and gives us a sense of relaxation. While enjoying we must not
compromise our safety, thus knowing the right gear and equipment for our chosen outdoor
activity will keep us safe and away from danger.
Directions: Match the pictures (Column A) to the type of outdoor recreational activities
(Column B). Write your answer on a sheet of paper.
A B
1. A. Hiking

2. B. Swimming

3. C. Biking

4. D. Rock climbing

5. E. Sky diving

6. F. Snorkeling

7. G. Surfing

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649
 8. H. Canoeing

9. I. Camping

10. J. Diving

Activity 4: Climbing Necessities

The mountains found in the Philippines have so much to offer in terms of outdoor
activity, not to mention the tropical forest that covers them with rich variety of flora and fauna,
which anyone who wants to connect with nature would not fail to appreciate.

Directions: If you were

only given five items to 1.________________
put in your backpack for a
trek or hike, what will be
2.________________
the five essential things
be?Write them on the
backpack (right). Explain 3.________________
your answer (why did you
choose these five things 4.________________
over the other things?).
Use the sheet of paper 5.________________
provided for you.

Activity 5: Comic Strip (Assessment)

Directions: Choose one from the different outdoor recreational activities (camping, hiking, rock
climbing, diving, sky diving, surfing and swimming) then create a comic strip showing proper
etiquette and the things that are important in order to prevent injuries during the said activity.
Use a short bond paper.

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649
Rubric for Scoring:
Comic Strip
Criteria Rating
The comics clearly conveys the information and message. 2 4 6 8 10
The comics show effective use of technique and good choice of 2 4 6 8 10
material.
The comics is creative and artistic. 2 4 6 8 10
TOTAL (30pts)

Reflection

I learned that
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

I enjoyed most on
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

I want to learn more

___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

Answer Key

Activity 1: Answers may vary

Activity 2: Answers may vary
Activity 3:
1. C 3. D 5. J 7. F 9. G
2. A 4. B 6. E 8. I 10. H
Activity 4: Answers may vary
Activity 5: Answers may vary

References for Learners:

 Physical Education and Health Volume II pp. 145

 Physical Education and Health Volume II pp. 179-181
 https://www.slideshare.net/mavee100690/basic-first-aid-philippine-standard
 http://otsegooutdoors.org/safety/

Prepared by:

Rheena-Ann D. Padilla

Practice good hygiene and minimum health standards at all times.

Keep it up and God bless always.
If you have queries call or chat me: 09395039649