On Sunday, July 25, people across the world will mark the very first World Drowning Prevention Day.
Help us spread the message, and help save a life – Here are a few steps recommended by the Royal Life Saving Society:
- Give your child the skills to enjoy the water safely.
- Keep watch to keep your child safe around water.
- Check your pool fence and make sure the latch closes.
- Make the right call and avoid alcohol and drugs around water.
- Wear a lifejacket when you are fishing or boating.
- Check the weather forecast and water conditions before boating.
- Challenge yourself to complete your Bronze Medallion.
- Start a career as a pool lifeguard or swimming & water safety teacher.
- Enrol in a First Aid course and learn life saving CPR skills.
- Avoid driving through flood waters.
More information on this initiative is available on the RLS website.