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Safety in The Home — Syllabus

NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

What Safety in The Home covers in NIOS Class 10 Home Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Home Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 Home Science · 2026-27

Topics in Safety in The Home

1

Why home safety matters

  • Accidents are a major cause of death, especially among elderly people and children.
  • 80% of accidents occur at home.
  • Near misses are warning signs of danger spots and unsafe habits.
2

Common accidents at home

  • Common home accidents include falls, cuts, burns, poisoning, bites and stings, electrocution, suffocation, and choking.
  • Carelessness and unsafe surroundings can cause accidents in seconds.
  • Most accidents can be prevented by simple safety habits and adult supervision.
3

Falls, cuts, burns, and poisoning

  • Falls often happen when a person climbs unsafely, stands on unstable objects, or moves in unsafe areas.
  • A high boundary around the roof and adult supervision help prevent roof falls.
  • Cuts can be caused by sharp corners, broken glass, blades, scissors, knives, and unsafe tools.
4

Bites, stings, electric shock, suffocation, choking, and first aid

  • Bee and wasp stings can cause pain and swelling, and sometimes shock.
  • Dog and monkey bites can cause rabies and should not be ignored.
  • Snake bite can be fatal if not treated immediately.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Home safety and accident prevention

Need for safety at homeCommon accidents at homeFallsCutsBurns and scaldsPoisoningBites and stingsElectrocution and shocks

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Safety in The Home for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Safety in The Home include Why home safety matters, Common accidents at home, Falls, cuts, burns, and poisoning, Bites, stings, electric shock, suffocation, choking, and first aid. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Safety in The Home for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 82 practice questions on Safety in The Home. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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