Basic Water Safety Flashcards
1
Q
WHAT IS WATER SAFETY?
A
BEING WATER AWARE
- Be cautious in/ on or around the water.
2
Q
The 3rd leading cause of unintentional injury death is?
A
Drowning
3
Q
REMINDERS
A
- Be comfortable and calm in the water
- Know your abilities and limits
- Know how to respond in the event of emergencies
- Stay safe and help others to stay safe.
4
Q
Levels of Swimming Skills
A
- No experience
- Ok standing at shore or in shallow water
- Comfortable Floating
- Can tread water
- Can do basic strokes
- Very proficient and beyond…
5
Q
Basic Water Safety
A
- Always swim with a buddy.
- Be aware of water environment and potential hazards
- Always enter water FEET first, not HEAD first
- Don’t run near the edge of a pool, why?
- Drink Water…..Even when NOT thirsty
- Avoid drinks with caffeine and alcohol
- Pay attention to weather
6
Q
Floating….is it a skill?
A
Gives comfort when you are in the water
7
Q
muscles are relaxed
Important if you are tired or need to rest to conserve energy…emergencies
A
Resting position
