Swimming safety tips

Swimming is fantasticform of exercise and an essential component of a lot of fun in the summervacation. It is important for parents to remember that swimming also hides a great risk.

Safety around the pool

Never leavechildren alone or near the pool or spa, even for a moment.It is important that the strictobservation by a responsible adult, can and babysitter. This is the best way to prevent from drowning in children.

When children under5 years old are in or around the water, the adult should be nearby, inwithin an arm's length.

Install a fence withheight at least 122 cm around the four sides of the pool.The fence should not have openings or protrusions through which the toddler can pass, under or above.

The safest fence isone that surrounds all 4 sides of the pool and completely separates the pool fromthe house and the yard. If the house serves as the fourth side of the fence, mountalarm at the exit door to the courtyard and pool. For extra protection.Mountprotective glazing on the windows facing the pool.Maintain all barriers and alarms in good condition and with new batteries.

Keep the rescueoutfit and keep a portable phone by the pool.

Avoid inflatableaids for swimming, such as floating means.They're notsubstitute approved life jackets and can create children andparents false sense of security.

Children over 1 year oldage are at less risk of drowning when they have formal training Swimming.Swimming lessons or survival skills in the water canprevent drowning in babies under the age of 1 year.

The decision to record child in swimming lessons should be done by the parent on the basis of readiness for the development of the child and exposure to water.

Suction from the pools and runoff baths can threaten the safety of the smallest.

Do not use a pool orspa, if there are broken or missing drainage covers.

Large, inflatable, above-ground pools are becoming more popular for use in the backyard.Children can fall if they areleaning on the soft side of the inflatable pool. It is essential that theybe surrounded by a suitable fence.

Safety in boats

Children should wearlife jackets at any time when on a boat, ports or nearwater pools.

Before that, make sure that the life jacket is the right size for your kid.The vest should notbe large and must always be worn as instructed with fastened allstraps and belts.

Water wings, children'sToys, rafts and air mattresses should not be used as a rescuevests.Adults should wear life jackets for their own protection and to set a good example.

Children follow the example ofadults when on a boat, so it is important for everyone to have a rescueClothing.

Safety when swimming in open water

Never swim alone. Even good swimmers need friends!

Some grown-up has toobserve children when they are in or near the water. Younger children need tobe closely monitored while in or near the water.You keep them on nomore than an arm's length.

Make sure your child knows never to dive in water, except when it is allowed byan adult who knows the depth of water and who has checked for underwaterobjects.

Never letthe child to swim in canals or in water that moves quickly.

Sea swimming should is allowed only when the lifeguard on duty is working.

Explain to children aboutrupturing currents, dead currents, potholes and other dangers in the water. If you aretrapped in a dead current, swim parallel to the shore, whileescape from it, and then swim back to shore.

Note that somepools and beaches may not have lifeguards.Some pools may havedangerous drainage systems.Watch the children carefully.

On the beach, stay inthe designated swimming area and ideally within a range ofthe visibility of a rescuer.

Look for shelter ina case of storm.Get out of the water.Get off the beach in case of a storm.

Strictly adhering to these tips for swimming safety you will have an unforgettable and happy summer withYour children!