pool safety
this is what you wear when you don't know how to swim
What is a life jacket/floatation device?
These tell you where it’s safe to swim at the beach.
What are flags?
These bright items can help you be seen more easily in the water.
What are bright-colored swimsuits or gear?
This number is called in the U.S. for emergencies.
What is 911?
Before getting on a boat, you should check that this safety item fits properly and is approved.
What is a life jacket?
You should never run around the pool because you might do this.
What is slip and fall?
This strong current can pull swimmers away from shore.
What is a rip current?
This rule means staying within arm’s reach of young swimmers.
What is touch supervision?
You should “reach or throw” this instead of jumping in to save someone.
What is a floatation device or rope?
This sound device is used to signal other boats if you’re in trouble or need attention.
What is a whistle or horn?
This person should always be watching swimmers, especially kids.
Who is a lifeguard (or responsible adult)?
If caught in a rip current, you should swim this direction instead of toward shore.
What is parallel to the shore?
This simple rule means asking permission before going near water.
What is “ask before you go”?
This is the first thing you should do if you see someone struggling in deep water.
What is call for help / alert an adult or lifeguard?
This weather condition is a major reason to delay or cancel a boating trip.
What are storms or high winds?
This emergency skill can save someone who isn’t breathing.
What is CPR?
This system warns swimmers about water conditions using colors.
What is a flag warning system?
This safe behavior means entering the water slowly to check depth and temperature.
What is feet-first entry?
After rescuing someone, you should check for this first.
What is breathing (and pulse)?
At night, boats use these to stay visible and avoid crashes.
What are navigation lights?
You should check for this invisible chemical level to make sure pool water is safe.
What is chlorine?
This natural factor (besides waves) can quickly make ocean swimming dangerous without warning.
What are tides or weather changes?
This skill helps kids survive if they fall into water unexpectedly.
What is floating?
This safety rule reminds rescuers to avoid becoming victims themselves.
What is “reach, throw, don’t go” (or avoid direct contact rescue unless trained)?
This safety practice means turning off the engine when someone is swimming near the boat.
What is engine cut-off / propeller safety awareness?