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Water Safety: Never Swim Alone

Never swim alone and always use the buddy system. If someone is struggling, don't jump in but instead use the reach, throw, don't go technique to help them. Enter water feet first to avoid injuries from diving into shallow water. Stay away from broken or faulty drains and report any issues immediately. Stay within designated swim areas and avoid alcohol which can impair abilities and safety. Learn CPR to help save lives from drowning incidents or accidents.

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Water Safety: Never Swim Alone

Never swim alone and always use the buddy system. If someone is struggling, don't jump in but instead use the reach, throw, don't go technique to help them. Enter water feet first to avoid injuries from diving into shallow water. Stay away from broken or faulty drains and report any issues immediately. Stay within designated swim areas and avoid alcohol which can impair abilities and safety. Learn CPR to help save lives from drowning incidents or accidents.

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WATER SAFETY

Never Swim Alone


Do not swim alone. Bring always a
friend or guardian in swimming. Use
the "BUDDY SYSTEM" to ensure
there is someone who can help if
something goes wrong

Don’t Jump in the Water


to Save a Friend
If you see a friend struggling to keep
their head above water. Don't go but use
“Reach, Throw, Don’t go” technique, to
help them

Enter the Water Feet First


Severe injuries can occur when you jump


or dive headfirst into shallow water.

Stay Away From


Pool Drains
Stay away from broken or
faulty drains, which can Stay Within
lead to drowning or serious Designated Swim
injury. If you notice one that Areas
seems to be operating Whether you're
incorrectly, report it swimming in a pool,
immediately
ocean, or lake, staying
within the designated
swim areas is vital to
staying safe

Avoid Using Alcohol


Alcohol impairs judgment, coordination, and balance.
It affects a person's ability to swim well, and it can
even lower body temperature

Learn CPR
Knowing how to perform CPR can save a life from drowning
incident or pool-related accident.

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