Gilbert, AZ
There’s nothing more important to the team at British Swim School East Valley than teaching children about water safety. If you’re a parent in the Gilbert-Chandler area, this is something important to know as well! To keep your child safe, here are 7 water safety tips from the team at British Swim School East Valley:
1. Identify Water Safety Hazards
Water hazards for kids range from local lakes and waterways to creeks and drainage ditches. At home, a pool or hot tub can also be major hazards. For instance, even a few inches of water can be dangerous for toddlers and infants! This means that you have to be vigilant around bathtubs and kiddie pools as well!
2. Constant Vigilance
Keeping kids away from water hazards is the most crucial aspect to water safety. Teach your children to ask permission before playing in or near water. Also, NEVER leave a bathtub or kiddie pool unattended.
3. Supervise
Kids need constant supervision when they are in or near water. Constant means constant; an accident could happen in a matter of seconds. Make sure you’re free of distractions while supervising children and never leave them on their own.
4. Set Rules
Establishing water safety for kids is especially important when swimming. Set swimming rules based on safety-first principles, and set boundaries based on children’s swimming skills. Young swimmers and those without strong swimming skills should wear a life jacket endorsed by the US Coast Guard.
5. Purchase Appropriate Equipment
If you’re one of the many Gilbert-Chandler area homeowners with a pool, water safety is especially important. Ensure the barrier around your pool is fully child-proofed and equip your pool with a poolside first aid kit and rescue equipment.
6. Learn Survival Skills
Parents should also take the time to learn the signs of drowning and how to respond if drowning occurs. Make sure you know CPR before it’s too late!
7. Sign Your Child Up for Swim Lessons
Enrolling children in swimming classes reduces the risk of drowning by 87 percent. British Swim School East Valley offers premium swimming lessons for babies, kids and adults, starting from three months. We proudly serve the communities of Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Ahwatukee and Queen Creek. Call (480) 725-9292 to enroll, or find a class online.
