6 Water Safety Tips to Help Save a Life this Summer - American Red Cross
WEBMay 26, 2021 · Keep these six water safety tips in mind: Provide Constant Adult Supervision — Actively supervise children and non-swimmers around the water, even when lifeguards are present. Don’t just drop kids off. Avoid distracting activities such as checking email or social media. Learn to Swim — No matter your age, learning to swim …
What to know about water safety and CPR this summer
WEB4 days ago · Role of CPR. CPR for both adults and children in cardiac arrest includes two rescue breaths after every 30 compressions. Breaths are especially important in children because cardiac arrest is often due to respiratory issues. Adults more typically experience cardiac arrest because of a heart attack or an irregular heartbeat known as an ...
What to know about water safety at the beach or pool this summer ...
WEB5 days ago · Getty Images With school out for the summer and temperatures rising across the country, many families will visit the beach, lake or local swimming pool. Now is the time to review safety tips to ...
20 Steps to Help You Stay Safe this Summer - American Red Cross
WEBMay 22, 2023 · 1. Be well rested and alert, use your seat belts, observe speed limits and follow the rules of the road. 2. If you plan on drinking alcohol, designate a driver who won’t drink. 3. Avoid distractions such as cell phones. 4. Use caution in work zones. There are lots of construction projects underway. 5.
What to know about water safety and CPR this summer
WEB3 days ago · As people flock to pool parties, sandy beaches and other water adventures to cool off this summer, experts say learning CPR and some water safety basics also should be at the top of the to-do list.
What to know about water safety before heading to the beach or …
WEBJun 29, 2024 · Always swim with a buddy, or in an area supervised by a lifeguard. “Make sure that you don’t overestimate your abilities,” Barnickel said. “Know your limits.”
Summer Safety Tips | American Red Cross
WEBWhat’s your plan for this summer? Enjoying the water? Going camping? Firing up the grill? Whatever you prefer, we have safety steps to follow. And don’t forget your furry friends. There are steps you can take to help keep them safe too.
Water safety: What to know before heading to the beach | AP News
WEBJun 29, 2024 · More water safety tips. Always swim with a buddy, or in an area supervised by a lifeguard. “Make sure that you don’t overestimate your abilities,” Barnickel said. “Know your limits.”. Have young or inexperienced children wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life …
Water safety: 6 tips for a safer summer | Olympic Medical Center
WEBMay 31, 2024 · Stay close and alert. Avoid distractions, like reading, using the phone, or consuming alcohol or drugs. Assign a water watcher. If you're in a group, rotate who will keep an eye on the kids. Even if the area has lifeguards, don't rely solely on them. Take swimming lessons—they save lives.
Water safety tips to prevent drowning this summer | CNN
WEBJun 19, 2021 · Knowing how to stay safe around water and what to do in case of an emergency can prevent people from drowning, said Stephanie Shook, senior aquatics manager for the American Red Cross. Here are...
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