Plan on spending your time at the pool or at the beach these holidays?

Below are some tips from ER24 to keep in mind to prevent drowning:

• Remember that anyone, including people who can swim, are at risk of drowning. Avoid taking risks and being overconfident.

• Refrain from drinking alcohol if you plan on swimming or if you are supervising others who are swimming. Remember that alcohol impairs movement and thinking.

• Children must always be supervised while around water or if swimming. Never allow a child to swim without adult supervision.

• Keep your pool covered with an approved safety/pool net when not in use. It is a good idea to put a fence around your pool if it is not fenced.

• Never dive into or act recklessly around a pool. Remember that you could easily fall or slip into the water and get injured.

• Do not swim far out into the ocean. You may struggle due to fatigue or get swept away. Swim in designated areas.

• Wear a life jacket especially when participating in water sports.

• Never swim alone.

• It is vital that you learn first aid and CPR. You never know when you may need to assist someone in need.

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