Greater Philadelphia YMCA’s Post

Reach or throw, don’t go! This will help your little one remember what to do if someone else is in trouble in the water. If a lifeguard or capable adult is not there to help, do NOT jump in to rescue someone. Instead: Reach out to them. Throw something that floats, like a buoy. You’re never too young to learn water safety. You can teach your child essential lessons like this one from anywhere with our free Longfellow’s WHALE Tales Water Safety for Children program. Learn more: https://rdcrss.org/4dzoDh7

May is National Water Safety Month, and the YMCA of Middle Tennessee is sharing tips on how we can all stay safe in and around the water. Tip # 6: Don’t jump in the water to save a friend who is struggling in deep water. If an adult or child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if they are a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, an adult or child can help their friend without compromising their own safety. #WaterSafetyMonth

Life is busy, and distractions happen, but so can drowning—in mere seconds. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1-4, with over 70% happening during non-swim times. Protect your loved ones by learning these essential layers: 1️⃣ Barriers & Alarms: Fencing, gates, covers, and alarms prevent unsupervised access. 2️⃣ Supervision: Always have a water watcher. Stay vigilant and close. 3️⃣ Water Competency: Equip everyone with water safety skills. Start lessons early. 4️⃣ Life Jackets: Wear USCG-approved life jackets around open water. 5️⃣ Emergency Preparation: Learn CPR and rescue skills. Training saves lives. #DrowningPrevention #WaterSafety #BritishSwimSchool #5LayersOfProtection #StaySafe

Life is busy, and distractions happen, but so can drowning—in mere seconds. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1-4, with over 70% happening during non-swim times. Protect your loved ones by learning these essential layers: 1️⃣ Barriers & Alarms: Fencing, gates, covers, and alarms prevent unsupervised access. 2️⃣ Supervision: Always have a water watcher. Stay vigilant and close. 3️⃣ Water Competency: Equip everyone with water safety skills. Start lessons early. 4️⃣ Life Jackets: Wear USCG-approved life jackets around open water. 5️⃣ Emergency Preparation: Learn CPR and rescue skills. Training saves lives. #DrowningPrevention #WaterSafety #BritishSwimSchool #5LayersOfProtection #StaySafe

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Safety starts with awareness and understanding. Let's prioritize our children's safety with these simple rules of the road. Share your creative acronyms for BUS in the comments below and join us in promoting child safety. Learn more, and take action today: https://lnkd.in/g93xK2tW #DrivingSafety #SafetyFirst #SchoolBusTransportation #SchoolBus #SchoolBusSafety #FirstLightSafety #QuoteOfTheWeek #Testimonial #SchoolTransportationNews

May is National Water Safety Month, and the Rowan-Cabarrus YMCA is sharing tips on how we can all stay safe in and around the water. Tip # 6: Don’t jump in the water to save a friend who is struggling in deep water. If an adult or child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if they are a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer underwater. An adult or child should use the Y’s Saftey Around Water approach of “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them and pull them to safety. By using this technique, an adult or child can help their friend without compromising their own safety.#WaterSafetyMonth

Children drown quietly. Check for hazards before playing in the backyard this summer. ✅ Empty water containers after rain ✅ Empty paddling pools and turn over or store on side after every use ✅ Shut pool doors and gates – install a self-closing latch ✅ Ensure your pool or spa complies with Council fencing regulations Always supervise your children actively around water - constant visual contact and within arm’s reach. Complete the early childhood online water safety module on our eLearning platform for important practical information and safety guidelines https://bit.ly/2YDGzWd #LookForClues #DrowningPrevention #WaterSafety

Happy Fri-Yay 🎉 🎊 ! We know germs 😷 🤮 do exist but did you know how many are actually lurking in your surroundings? Take a moment to evaluate your space after watching this brief education piece. My goal is to keep your environment safe and clean by providing you will all the information (a.k.a the Tea!) 😊 #commercialcleaning #facilityservices #disinfecting #medicalcleaning #cleaningservices

REMEMBER THE ABC'S OF WATER SAFETY! A = Adult Supervision, B = Barriers (between kids and water), C = Classes (swim lessons and CPR) Keep yourself and your family safe around water this summer! For more info visit www.watersafe.org #KingsRiver #WaterSafety