swimming equipment and facility Flashcards
cover eyes and nose, used in Scuba
Diving mask
keep the water out of the eyes. create air space in front of the eye in which increases visibility underwater.
Goggles
used to reduce the chance of ear infection. dangerous if used in depths than ,6-8 ft. underwater.
ear plugs
little devices, made of bent wire padded with rubber.
Nose clips
designed to float and used primarily the kicking
kickboard
designed to be worn between the legs ( between knees and crotch) to isolate the arms for stroke drills.
Pull Buoy
Personal flotation device (PFD)
Life jacket
increase the propulsive effect of the kick
fins or flippers
hand paddles, strengthen work.
Paddle and mitts
designed to divide shallow waters (5 ft or less) from deep water.
safety line
life preserver in a form of ring
Ring buoy
keep hair out of face and protect hair from chlorine.
cap
resist fading, stretching and damage from chlorine
swimwear