Fun in the Water
Ava Carter 5th hour
Swimming Safety!
- Always wear a life jacket in waters you are not sure of
- Check depth of water
- Buddy up with someone before jumping in
- Don't dive
- Always check for a Life guard
- know your limits
Boating Safety!
- Always wear a life vest while on a boat
- Always sit down while boat is moving
- Always tell someone were you are going in case of emergency
- Always have a radio to communicate with other people
Rip current
- Pulls you back out farther into the water
- Takes all of your energy
- Swim parallel to get out of it
- Don't stand up
- Always stay in swimming position
Hypothermia
- Always try to stay out of the water when its cold
- Take off wet layers when clothes get wet
- Silent killer