Not Supervising Children Properly Around Water

When we go on vacation to a beautiful seaside resort or to a hotel that has a glistening pool we tend to be complacent with our kids.  We too want to relax and enjoy the vacation and can get caught up in conversations as we sit beside the water.  If you have a pool at home then chances are your house is full of good swimmers.  This too causes a problem because it tends to lower our guards.

Remember That Children Should Always Be Watched While In And Around Water

Water is dangerous – There is no way around it.  Most of the people who drown each year were adept swimmers, sure of themselves in the water.  Just sitting next to the pool is not enough.  You should be able to see each swimmer at all times, never with your back to the water and never relying on sound alone.

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