Keeping Your Family Safe In The Pool And Around Water

 I became saddened over the last couple of weeks as I have seen more and more news stories about children and adults dying in swimming-related deaths, many of which were due to negligence on the part of parents and supervising adults. Every summer, water and pool deaths rise dramatically. Swimming is the number one summer recreation activity and with that comes the need for increased personal safety and the empowerment of children and adults. Unfortunately, most people are ignorant of how hard it is to actually protect another person from a dangerous situation because they have no formal training. As a certified bodyguard and family protection specialist, I feel every parent or guardian needs to know a few simple facts to keep their children and family safe. The Three Step Rule On flat even ground, with good footing, it is virtually impossible to keep someone out of harm's way if you are more than three steps away, whether that is accidentally stepping into traffic or being grabbed by a would-be attacker. In the world of protection we call this "the three step rule." In the water you do not even get three steps because water is just too hard to move in and has too many variables. In the water if you are beyond arms reach of your child and they have a problem, you are potentially facing disaster. I know this may seem almost unfathomable, but if you understand the science of personal and family safety you would look at your family's protection dramatically differently. The following are the main areas that every parent and child should take into consideration to keep your family safe when being around a swimming pool or other body of water. Know What To Do In An Emergency Around Water If a child is missing, check the water first. Every second counts in preventing death or disability. Know how and when to call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. If you own a home pool or hot tub, have appropriate equipment, such as reaching or throwing equipment, a cell phone, life jackets and a first aid kit close by in a designated area. Enroll in Red Cross home pool safety, water safety, first aid and CPR/AED courses to learn how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Know the shortest route to the local hospital / medical facility. Pool And Water Safety Tips For Parents And Adults Actively supervise kids whenever they around the water-even if lifeguards are present. Do not just drop your kids off at the public pool or leave them at the beach. Designate a responsible adult to supervise. Never leave your child unattended. Always stay within arm's reach of young children and avoid distractions when supervising children around water. Put your cell phone away. No phone call is worth your child's life. Every child is different, so enroll children in swimming lessons when you feel they are ready. Teach children how to tread water, float and stay by the shore. Teach children to always ask permission to go near water. Set time limits for swimming and playing in the water based on each child's experience and ability. Do not let anyone play around drains and suction fittings. Do not allow young swimmers to have breath-holding contests. 

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