National Water Safety Month Marks the Start of Summer Swim Season
01 Mayo 2024 - 8:01AM
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Big Blue Swim School Shares Top Tips for a
Water-Safe Summer
Big Blue Swim School is honoring National Water Safety Month,
sharing the top tips parents and caregivers should follow for a
fun, safe, and confident summer by the water. Sadly, drowning
remains a leading cause of death for children under 14. However,
drowning is preventable by following simple safety measures.
Big Blue Swim School shares water safety tips, which are easily
remembered by the SAFER acronym:
- Swim with a buddy and designate a Water Watcher:
Identify an adult in your group who keeps a close eye on swimmers
and rotate that person every 30 minutes to avoid supervision
fatigue.
- Acquire CPR and first aid training: Parents and
caregivers are encouraged to take CPR and first aid training with a
reputable group such as the American Red Cross, enabling them to
respond quickly and confidently in case of injury.
- Find and reduce water hazards: Install fencing, locks
and alarms around water if you have a pool at home, don’t leave
toys or items of interest near the water and ensure proper fitting
life jackets are available for any water activities.
- Enroll in swim lessons to improve your skills: The CDC
notes that formal swim lessons reduce drowning by 88%, making
year-round formal swim lessons the best way to help a child be
ready around the water.
- Respond fast and call 911 for emergencies: A drowning
incident isn’t always obvious, making closer supervision essential
for any water activity. Ensure the Water Watcher can respond
quickly and dial 911 in case of emergency.
“Swimming is a fun rite of passage and a vital life skill for
everyone, but proper steps need to be taken to ensure everyone
stays safe,” says Chris DeJong, Founder and President of Big Blue
Swim School. “We hope National Water Safety Month serves as
everyone’s reminder to follow water safety protocols, but also to
sign up for swim lessons, which allow families to be confident and
safe around the water.”
Big Blue Swim School is sharing its National Water Safety Month
video with families across the country and asks parents and
caregivers to pass it along to their friends and family this May.
The video can be viewed on Big Blue Swim School’s YouTube page.
If you are looking to build your child’s confidence in the water
and teach them a lifelong love of swimming, visit
www.bigblueswimschool.com.
About Big Blue Swim School
Big Blue Swim School offers an unparalleled swim lesson
experience made easier and more effective by professional
instructors, proprietary technology and curriculum, and
family-friendly facilities. Big Blue creates and celebrates Big
Moments in the pool which leads to kids learning they can achieve
anything in life. Founded in 2009 by national champion swimmer
Chris DeJong, Big Blue has more than 30 pools and counting across
the U.S. To learn more visit www.BigBlueSwimSchool.com.
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