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Emergency Phone Numbers Of FRSC, NEMA And NAFDAC for Primary 4

Emergency phone numbers are used to call for help during emergencies. Knowing the right number can save lives.

Royal AlikorByRoyal AlikorPublishedDec 22, 2024Reading4 minComments0

Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Emergency Phone Numbers Of Police And Fire Service
Topic: Emergency Phone Numbers Of FRSC, NEMA, And NAFDAC
Content/Learning Area: Phone numbers of: FRSC, NEMA, And NAFDAC
Time Allocation: 40 minutes


Performance Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  • Cognitive Domain: Identify the phone numbers of FRSC, NEMA, and NAFDAC and explain their uses.
  • Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of using emergency phone numbers responsibly.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Practice reciting the phone numbers of FRSC, NEMA, and NAFDAC.
  • Social Domain: Discuss the importance of emergency numbers in group activities.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

  • 9–Years Basic Education Curriculum, Abuja Educational Resource Center
  • Scheme of work NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Details from: Health Emergency Initiative – FRSC Emergency Number – How to Use It effectively
  • Relevant Textbooks

instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

  • A poster displaying emergency phone numbers.
  • Flashcards with emergency situations and corresponding agencies.
  • A marker and whiteboard.
  • An illustrated chart showing FRSC, NEMA, and NAFDAC in action.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding emergency phone numbers equips pupils to respond effectively to emergencies.This knowledge can definitely help save lives and prevent harm in their community.


Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are already familiar with the emergency phone numbers for the Police and Fire Service.


Lesson Content

Verified National Contact Numbers

  • FRSC — 122: toll-free reporting of road crashes and road emergencies.
  • National emergency number — 112: serious emergencies, including disasters, fire, crime and medical danger, routed to available responders.
  • NAFDAC complaints — 0800-1-NAFDAC (0800-1-623322): complaints about suspected fake, unsafe or unregistered regulated products.

NAFDAC is a regulator and complaint body, not a substitute for immediate medical or rescue services. In poisoning, severe illness or immediate danger, alert an adult and use emergency medical help or 112 first.

Information to Give

State the exact location, what happened, number of people in danger and a callback number. Do not make prank calls. Contact details can change, so teachers should verify agency numbers on official websites before each school year.


Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Explanation, Visual Aids, Exhibition, Role-playing, Interactive, Guided Writing, Inquiry, Questioning, Recap, Reiteration, practice, Recitation.


Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Engage pupils with a discussion on emergencies.Pupils’ Activity: Respond to questions and share their ideas.

Step 2: Identification of Numbers

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Display the emergency phone numbers of FRSC, NEMA, and NAFDAC on a chart.
Pupils’ activity: Observe the chart and listen attentively.

Step 3: Explanation of Uses

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Explain the uses of each agency’s emergency number and demonstrate scenarios.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in role-playing activities.

Step 4: Note-taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Interactive
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in copying the emergency phone numbers and their uses.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy the notes in their notebooks.

Step 5: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Inquiry
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils questions to assess their understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions orally.

Step 6: Conclusion

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Recap
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the lesson and reinforce key points.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask any clarifying questions.

Step 7: Teaching Strategy

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Recitation
Teacher’s Activity: Lead pupils in reciting the emergency phone numbers together.
Pupils’ Activity: Recite the phone numbers with the teacher.


Lesson Keywords

  • FRSC – Federal Road Safety Corps, responsible for road safety.
  • NEMA – National Emergency Management Agency, manages disasters.
  • NAFDAC – National Agency for Food and drug Administration and Control,regulates food and drugs.
  • Emergency – A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
  • Phone Number – A sequence of digits assigned to a telephone subscriber.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

  1. Mention the emergency phone number for FRSC.
  2. Explain two uses of NEMA’s emergency phone number.
  3. Recite NAFDAC’s emergency phone number.
  4. Why is it crucial to know these emergency numbers?
  5. Role-play calling one of the agencies in a simulated emergency.

Assignment/Homework

  1. Write down three emergency situations and which agency to call.
  2. Ask your parents if they know these emergency numbers.
  3. Create a poster with all the emergency numbers learned in class.

Differentiation

  • For slower learners: Provide simplified charts with fewer details and focus on one emergency number at a time.
  • For advanced learners: Challenge them to research other emergency agencies and their phone numbers.
  • For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, repeat numbers aloud, and incorporate movement activities like acting out emergency scenarios.

Note for Teachers

Ensure pupils understand the importance of responsible use of emergency phone numbers. Reinforce the key points by repeating the numbers and uses at the end of the lesson. Use visuals and role-playing to make the lesson engaging.
Happy teaching!

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