Water Safety
Water Safety
Survival of the Smallest
At AquaticLife, our guiding principle, "Survival of the Smallest," is at the heart of everything we do, with water safety as our top priority. Teaching children to swim is an important step toward water safety, but swim lessons alone don't ensure complete protection. Experts recommend using multiple layers of safety—always.
Beyond formal swim instruction, water safety also involves constant supervision, physical barriers, alarms, and other preventive measures.

Why is Water Safety Important?
Reduce the Risk of Drowning
The risk of drowning is present anywhere water is found, especially for young children. Through proper education and water safety awareness, we can help prevent these tragic incidents.
Key drowning facts everyone should be aware of:
Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death among children, particularly those aged 1-4, who are at the greatest risk.
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While drowning risks differ by age, no one is completely immune – even adults and strong swimmers can face danger in the water.
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Drowning often happens silently and can occur even within a few feet of a crowd.
It takes less than 60 seconds for someone to drown if unnoticed.
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Drowning can happen in as little as 2 inches (6 centimeters) of water.
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For every fatal drowning, five non-fatal drowning victims require hospital or emergency care.
Formal swimming lessons combined with a multi-layered approach to water safety are effective in preventing drownings.
Water Safety Tips
Water can pose a serious danger without proper supervision and safety measures, particularly for young children and inexperienced swimmers. So, how can you keep your child safe from drowning?
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Here are some important water safety tips to consider!
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Always swim in pair.
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Reach or throw aid to distressed swimmers - don’t go!

Learn to identify a distressed swimmer and the basics of CPR.
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Have inexperienced swimmers wear a life jacket.
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Swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards.
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When struggling, rest your muscles by floating on your back.