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Water Safety

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  • Why is it more dangerous to swim in the ocean than in a pool?
    because there are tides, currents, and unpredictable weather in open bodies of water
  • What could happen if we swim too long?
    We could have sunburnt if too hot, or hypothermia if too cold
  • Who are lifeguards?
    expert swimmers who work in swimming areas to check on and rescue people from drowning
  • Name one way to keep us safe when swimming
    don't swim to far to the deeper area, don't swim too long, stop swimming when you're tired
  • What can we do to prevent ourselves getting sunburned?
    wear sunglasses, rub lotion, wear our hat
  • What should you do for your friend if you are a good swimmer?
    check them during swimming time and help them if they're in trouble
  • Things to be careful with when we swim in open body of water.
    limited vision, currents and tides, weather and seasonal changes, distance and depth
  • What is hypothermia?
    it's our body temperature drops quickly becoming too cold
  • What kind of skills should we get before we jump into the water?
    swimming skill and some rescue techniques
  • Mention 3 examples of natural body of water!
    river, lake, sea / ocean
  • What should we do when swimming if we are not really skilled in swimming?
    buddy up with friends who are better in swimming
  • Who are lifeguards?
    an expert swimmer employed to rescue people who get into difficulty in a swimming pool or at the beach.
  • What are the signs of dehydration?
    Dizziness, dry mouth, itchiness, thirsty