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Water can be fun. Sadly, however, hundreds of people drown each year in the United Kingdom and many of them are children and young people.

The Drowning Problem And How It Can Be Prevented

Where it happens:

25% of drowning accidents happen in COASTAL WATERS. 75% happen in INLAND  WATERS; thus,

WHY drowning accidents happen:

1. Ignorance or disregard of danger

2. Unrealistic idea of open water swimming ability

3. Unfamiliar surroundings

4. Unprotected or uninformed access to danger

5. Lack of competent supervision

6. Inability to save yourself or to be rescued

HOW drownings can be prevented:

• SPOT THE DANGERS !

• TAKE SAFETY ADVICE !

• DON'T GO ALONE !

• LEARN HOW TO HELP !

This Page Has Been Designed By James Harding on Behalf of CANVEY LIFEGUARDS RLSS