What water safety rules should be taught to children?

Drowning can happen to any child in any family. It usually happens quickly, and without warning. That's why it's important for parents to never — even for a moment — leave a young child alone or in the care of another child while in or near a bathtub, swimming pool, spa, or irrigation ditch. , pond, or other standing water. During swimming, designate an adult to monitor the child and stay within arm's reach of the child directly in the water.

Children are often very curious; and that's a great thing! Parents should nurture their children's curiosity and ensure that they are safe by keeping an eye on them at all times, and keeping them within reach whenever near water. But remember, water safety isn't just about swimming safety! Children can drown even when the water level is low. In the home, it is necessary to install a lock on the bathroom door and lock the toilet, and empty the water out of buckets, tanks and tubs to help keep children, especially curious ones, safe.

Every child should learn to swim. When to start swimming lessons is a personal decision of parents, based on the development of their child. Parents can talk to their child's pediatrician about whether their child is physically ready. And remember, even when learning to swim, other drowning prevention measures are still needed!

When it comes to water safety, be a good role model for your children! That means adults should always wear life jackets when sailing and educate children to understand that using alcohol and drugs increases the risk of drowning many times over
Some things to teach children about safety in the water water includes:
Learn to swim with a skilled instructor Choose safe locations to swim Learn to spot potential obstructions and rip currents Never enter the water after drinking Never go swimming alone

Do you have a swimming pool at home? Pool alarm systems and rigid pool covers can provide some layers of protection, but they are not enough. The most effective drowning prevention strategy is a 4-sided fence, at least 120cm high, with a self-closing and self-latching gate that completely separates the pool from the house.
In case of detecting a drowning child, after performing first aid for a drowning child, it is necessary to quickly take the child to medical facilities for emergency and timely treatment. The Emergency Department of Vinmec International General Hospital operates 24/24 on all days of the week, including Saturdays and Sundays as well as holidays of the year. The team of emergency doctors and nurses at the Department are professionally and thoroughly trained, able to receive and handle urgent cases of patients, and always coordinate with all specialties in a timely manner. fast.

References: healthychildren.org; redcross.org