At The Pool
How should you move around the pool?
Walk, don't run
What color flag means it's safe to swim?
Green flag
What type of safety equipment should you wear on a boat?
Life jacket
Someone is struggling in the water. What is the first thing you do?
Call for help
Should you dive in shallow water?
No
Who is the person at the beach who watches out for swimmers in trouble?
The lifegaurd
As soon as you are on the dock or near the water
Your friend dares you to dive into shallow water, what do you do?
Don't do it, diving in shallow water is dangerous.
True or False: It's ok to swim alone if you're a good swimmer
False. Never swim alone
What does a red beach flag mean?
High hazard, strong currants
Why should you not lean over the side of the boat?
You can lose your balance and fall into the water
Your friend challenges you to see how long you can hold your breath under water. Should you try it?
Never play breath holding games, you could pass out and drown
How do depth markers help you stay safe?
To let you know how deep the water is (and if it's too deep for you to swim safely there)
What should you do if you hear/see thunder and lightning?
Get out of the water, go indoors
True or false: It's ok to stand up in a boat if it's not moving
False, you should remain seated at all times so you do not fall into the water
How can you reach someone who is in trouble in the water?
Use a pool noodle or throw a float, don't jump in yourself