Stay safe in the water

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Written By Nicole

"Anyone can drown, but no one should”


The World Health Organization (WHO) is reminding everyone that seconds can save a life.

Stay safe in the water

Here are some tips from Royal Life Saving Society on how you can stay safe in the water.

💦 Enrol in swimming lessons
💦 Supervise children
💦 Check pool fences
💦 Avoid having alcohol and drugs around water
💦 Wear a lifejacket
💦 Learn CPR and First Aid

Drowning prevention

Drowning is the process of being unable to breathe usually as a result of liquid entering the lungs.

How to recognise a person drowning

  • Head is low in the water, with their mouth at water level

  • Head is tilted back with their mouth opening and closing

  • Bobbing up and down at water line with their body vertical

First aid management for drowning

  • Remove from the water

  • Send for help and plan a safe rescue

  • Call 000 for all casualties involved in a drowning incident

  • If unresponsive, assess the person on their back, unless there is an obvious obstruction

  • If unresponsive and not breathing, start CPR

First Aid management guide for drownign

The information provided in this blog offers general insights only. It is important to note that this content is not intended to serve as medical advice and if you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 000 immediately.

Resources
National Drowning Report
Resuscitation in Drowning
Recognise a person who is drowning

Nicole
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