Swimming Safety Issues
Posted on March 28, 2009
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Imminent death, if safety precautions are not taking care of it, in particular for children since they like splashing water very much and children cannot resist the pleasure of being in the water.
- Learn how to swim.
- Swim in areas supervised by a Lifeguard.
- Read and obey all rules and posted signs.
- Watch out for the dangerous “too’s”- too tired, too cold, too far from safety, too much sun, too much strenuous activity.
- Set water safety rules for the whole family based on swimming abilities.
- Be knowledgeable of the water environment you are in and its potential hazards, such as deep and shallow area, currents, depth charges, obstructions and where the entry and exit points are located. The more informed you are, the more aware you will be of hazards and safe practices.
- Don’t be tempted to leave your kid alone in the sea or by the pool, even for a short time.
- Train your child in survival skills such as floating or treading in the water.
- Ensure your kids are constantly supervised when in the water, even if they can swim like fish!
- Discourage children from jumping in to help another. This often results in a double tragedy. Teach them to throw to the victim something that floats or a long object to hold on to. Get them call an adult for help. Teach simple rescue methods and First Aid.
- Watch out for the sunburn, as skin cancers are as dangerous. Use UV blockouts, UV protective swim-wear and minimize exposure during the worst times, 11 am to 2 pm.
- Know how to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies.
That’s it! Hope this swimming tips will help you realized how important life was. Okay! Got to go for now ’cause I still have to check this pantry moth traps that I’ve found earlier this day. I might probably recommend this to our in-charge personnel here in our company accommodation. Be safe everyone!
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