Ohutusõpetus

Ohutusõpetus is a subject taught in Estonian schools that focuses on safety and emergency preparedness. Its primary goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent accidents, respond effectively to dangerous situations, and protect themselves and others. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including home safety, fire safety, road safety, and first aid.

Students learn about potential hazards in various environments and how to mitigate risks. This might involve understanding fire escape routes, practicing safe cooking techniques, or learning the importance of wearing seatbelts. Road safety education emphasizes traffic rules, pedestrian behavior, and cycling safety. First aid training is a crucial component, teaching students basic life-saving techniques such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to treat common injuries like burns and cuts, and how to manage allergic reactions.

Ohutusõpetus also addresses environmental safety, including understanding natural disasters like storms or floods and how to prepare for them. In more recent times, the curriculum has expanded to include digital safety, covering topics like cyberbullying and online privacy. The subject aims to foster a proactive safety mindset, encouraging students to be aware of their surroundings and to act responsibly in potentially unsafe circumstances. The ultimate objective is to create a generation that is well-prepared to handle emergencies and to contribute to a safer society.