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Although Irish weather isn’t great for water activities at the moment, many Irish families are heading to sunnier places for the holidays. Today is #WorldDrowningPreventionDay, so we want to remind everyone of some important #WaterSafetyTips: 🚨Learn to Swim: Take swimming lessons to build confidence and skills. 🚨Supervise Constantly: Keep an eye on children near water at all times. 🚨Wear Life Jackets: Use life jackets for everyone during water activities. 🚨Educate Yourself: Learn CPR and first aid to handle emergencies. 🚨Respect Warning Signs: Follow safety signs at beaches and pools. 🚨Stay Sober: Avoid alcohol and drugs when near water. 🚨Buddy System: Always swim with a friend. Stay safe and enjoy the water responsibly! #HolidaySafety #DrowningPreventionDay #WaterSafety

* Take swimming lessons, which can significantly reduce the risk of drowning, especially among young children and adults. * Use life jackets. In open water environments, wearing (not just carrying) life jackets is essential while boating. * Implement safe pool practices. Install a pool fence, self-latching gates, pool covers, and alarms to alert unauthorized access to the water area. * Designate a water watcher. This person’s sole responsibility is to constantly supervise children who are in or around water, without distractions. Plan to rotate water watchers every 15 minutes to keep everyone fresh and paying attention. Note that water wings and flotation devices aren’t a substitute for active supervision. * Plan for the worst. Learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid techniques can save lives in drowning emergencies. #Security #MarksmanSecurity #ExcellenceInService #SecuritySolutions #Service #Integrity #Innovation #Commitment #Drive #SummerSafetyTips #WaterSafety

Summer Safety Tip: Swimming Safely 💦 ⚠️ Know what to do in case of a water emergency. A person who is drowning has the greatest chance of survival if these steps are followed: 1. Recognize the signs of someone in trouble and shout for help. 2. Rescue and remove the person from the water (without putting yourself in danger). 3. Ask someone to call emergency medical services. If alone, give 2 minutes of care, then call EMS. 4. Begin rescue breathing and CPR. 5. Use an AED if available and transfer care to advanced life support. Have fun and stay safe! 🛟 #SummerSafety #WaterSafety #SiteSense #SafetyMoment

With temperatures rising, adults and kids relax and find fun in swimming pools. However, it's essential to prioritize safety at all times. Here is a reminder to keep these pool safety tips in mind: 👉 Always supervise children near pools, ensuring they're within arm's reach. 👉 Learn CPR techniques and basic water rescue skills. 👉 Install barriers such as fences and alarms to prevent unauthorized access. 👉 Avoid distractions like phones or reading when supervising swimmers. 👉 Regularly inspect pool equipment for any hazards or malfunctions. Remember, prevention is key when it comes to pool-related accidents! Let's ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for everyone. https://lnkd.in/egTCdsMn #WurtzelLaw #PersonalInjury #PersonalInjuryLawyer #PersonalInjuryAttorney #PoolSafety #SlipAndFall #InjuryAttorney

Hello Residents🌟 🌟As your virtual assistant,🌟 I want to take a moment to address a critical issue: pool safety. With the recent increase in drowning incidents, it’s essential that we all remain vigilant and informed. Here are some key safety tips to keep in mind: 🌟Supervision: Always supervise children near pools, even if they are experienced swimmers. 🌟Swimming Lessons: Encourage everyone, especially kids, to take swimming lessons. 🌟Safety Equipment: Ensure that rescue equipment, like life rings and poles, are accessible and in good condition. 🌟Fencing: Check that pool areas are properly fenced with self-locking gates to prevent unauthorized access. 🌟Emergency Preparedness: Know CPR and have a plan for emergencies. Let’s work together to keep our community safe. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out! Stay safe, 🌟DM for more info🙏 about the Event. #PoolSafety #DrowningPrevention #CommunityAwareness #StaySafe #SwimSmart #WaterSafety #ChildSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #LifeSavingSkills #SafetyFirst

This Water Safety Month, the Haines City Fire Department encourages everyone to adopt the National Drowning Prevention Alliance's layers of protection. These critical measures are designed to enhance safety and prevent drowning around water: 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀: Ensure your pool is surrounded by fencing with self-closing and self-latching gates. Alarms on gates, doors, and windows can alert you if someone accesses the pool area unexpectedly. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Maintain active, focused adult supervision at all times when children are in or near water. 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Promote swimming skills and water safety education among all family members and ensure everyone knows how to swim well. 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: Equip all inexperienced swimmers and guests with life jackets when swimming in pools or natural bodies of water. 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Familiarize yourself with basic water rescue techniques and ensure that life-saving devices such as life rings and a first aid kit are accessible near your swimming area. Implementing these layers of protection can make a significant difference in maintaining a safe water environment. Let’s take the steps needed to ensure our community enjoys a safe and fun Water Safety Month! For more information on how to properly perform CPR see the link below. https://lnkd.in/dnkvfwS #HainesCity #HainesCityFire #WaterSafetyMonth #DrowningPrevention #SafeSwimming

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day. Today I ask, what are you doing to prevent drownings? Are you enrolling kids in swimming lessons? Are you providing community with drowning prevention education? Let’s all work together to continue to educate and prevent tradgedy!

🛑 RISK ALERT: As summer kicks off, many are opening pools or heading to the beach. For some, it's the first swim of the season, especially for younger children. Despite the fun, it's crucial to be aware of the risks and prepare for safety. Drownings are on the rise, with nearly 5,000 deaths annually, and they are the leading cause of death for children aged 1-4 (CDC). Basic swimming and water safety skills are critical in preventing drownings. Organizations like the American Red Cross, local YMCAs, and USA Swimming offer affordable or free lessons. First aid and CPR training are also essential in preventing pool accidents. Let's ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for all! #VeritaRiskAdvisory #WaterSafety #VeritaRiskAlert

#Wateractivities, from swimming to boating, offer great enjoyment but also come with risks. According to the CDC, there are about 4,000 unintentional drownings in the United States each year, including boating-related incidents, averaging 11 deaths per day. Additionally, for every child who dies from #drowning, another eight receive emergency department care for non-fatal drowning incidents. To ensure a memorable and safe experience: 👉🏽 It's crucial to follow safety guidelines 👉🏽 Wear life jackets 👉🏽 Supervise children 👉🏽 Be mindful of water conditions. 😎 Train your workforce about Summer Safety: https://lnkd.in/eCr4vmPp ⬇️ Download a FREE Microlearning Topical Overview on us ✅: https://lnkd.in/gjY7EYTK #safetytraining #safetyawareness #trainingsolutions

Those of you who have been brave enough to ask me about my #PhD research will have heard all about how I'm trying to improve how #paramedics and other #emergency services work together, respond and train for water-based emergencies - but nothing would make me happier than for my work to become redundant through #prevention instead. This week is water safety week at Cockburn ARC swim school- the excellent aquatic centre where we take our precious girl for her weekly swimming lessons. So it's a great time to be reminded of the importance of swimming lessons and water safety for our little ones. Despite a continued reduction in drowning over the past two decades, drowning remains a leading cause of preventable death in children aged 1-14. Some steps we can all take to prevent drowning include: 1) Ensure pools are fenced, gates are closed and that children can't climb over fencing. 2) Learn to swim and ensure your children, grandchildren and family know how to swim. 3) Always actively supervise children in, on or around water - active supervision means undivided attention with no screens. Younger children should always be within arm's length when swimming. 4) Always swim between the flags - and seek out patrolled beaches. 5) Learn CPR - Surf Life Saving Australia and St John WA both offer great first aid courses that will teach you essential skills that may help you save a life. 6) Always WEAR a lifejacket when on a boat, rock fishing or in a kayak etc - and unlike Willow here, make sure it fits! Children should be wearing appropriately sized and approved PFDs. Together we can all work towards preventing all deaths due to drowning. *No Willow's were harmed in the taking of this photo. She is unimpressed about being on the water and not in it though!