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Safety Tips for Swimmers

Swimming in open water can be especially dangerous, as there are many things that can go wrong. It is therefore important for swimmers to know the warning signs of dangerous swimming conditions and to heed any warnings that are issued by lifeguards or other authorities. Swimmers should also never swim alone and should always have someone keeping an eye on them while they are in the water. Follow this slide to know more safety tips.

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Safety Tips for Swimmers

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  1. SAFETY TIPS FOR SWIMMERS Water Safety Tips for Adults

  2. Swimming is a great sport for fitness and it is an enjoyable activity with friends and family BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  3. Water Safety for Swimmers Many people don't realize how dangerous swimming can be without careful preparation BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  4. Water safety encompasses a person's behavior in and around the water BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  5. A few simple tips and safety rules can ensure that you are free from swimming injuries and other accidents that may result in death BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  6. 1. Follow the Signs and Rules Read the signs posted in a swimming area and follow the safety information BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  7. 2. Be Careful Getting In and Out of the Pool Use a handrail whenever possible and avoid climbing on slippery or other unstable surfaces BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  8. 3. Enlist a Swim Buddy Take your friend with you who is a strong swimmer and make sure you watch out for each other BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  9. 4. Swim in a Designated Swimming Area Whether you're swimming in a pool, ocean or lake, staying within the designated swim areas is vital to staying safe BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  10. 5. Identify Your Swimming Abilities When you go in the water, swim only where you feel comfortable BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  11. 6. Ensure the Right Safety Equipment Ensure you have a life jacket and a first aid kit around the swimming pool in case of any accidents or mishaps BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  12. 7. Stay Away From Pool Drains Drains with strong suction can hold you under water and possibly lead to drowning BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  13. 8. Watch for Underwater Traps and Hazards BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  14. Be aware of railings, ladders, and removable pool equipment that can create small spaces to trap people underwater BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  15. 9. Take a First Aid Course Take a first aid course that teaches artificial respiration and cardio- pulmonary resuscitation BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  16. 10. Avoid Using Alcohol Injuries involving alcohol are a common problem around water bodies, including private pools, hot tubs, and beaches BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  17. The instructors providing swimming lessons can make sure you overcome the fear and become the safest swimmer BRITISHSWIMSCHOOL

  18. Our Locations Credits: Swimming School - St. Louis Swimming School South San Francisco, East Bay and Peninsula Swimming School Dupage and Kane in Chicago Swimming School Gilbert, Arizona

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