Water Safety Week
Monday 13 April 2015 - Sunday 19th April 2015
All Day
Summer is just around the corner so this week we will be promoting water safety. Here are some handy tips to ensure you stay safe:
- Don’t jump or dive into open water unless you know the depth; submerged objects such as rocks may not be visible and can cause serious injuries
- Be aware that there may be strong currents, even where the water surface appears calm
- Avoid weirs, locks, pipes and sluices
- Take note of warning signs, safety information or flags near the water’s edge
- Water can be very cold even in summer, causing cramp and breathing difficulties – these can affect even the strongest swimmer
- Keep away from the river’s edge and closely supervise young children at all times
- Wear the recommended safety equipment for your activity, e.g. life jackets/helmets
- Be warned: airbeds, etc. can be carried into deep water and may not keep you afloat
- Alcohol may impair your ability and judgment; never go swimming under the influence of alcohol
- Get trained in life-saving and resuscitation techniques
- Teach children to swim and not to go into the water alone

Event Types
- Charity Events (1)
- Electric Blanket Testing (3)
- Fire Authority & Committee meetings (2)
- Open Days (1)
- Other Events (1)
Events Planned
- February 2015
- March 2015
- April 2015
- May 2015
- June 2015
- July 2015
- August 2015
- September 2015
- October 2015
- November 2015
- December 2015
- January 2016
- February 2016
- March 2016
- April 2016
- May 2016
- June 2016
- July 2016
- August 2016
- September 2016
- October 2016
- November 2016
- December 2016
- January 2017
- February 2017
- March 2017
- April 2017
- June 2017
- July 2017
- August 2017
- September 2017
- October 2017
- November 2017
- December 2017
- January 2018
- February 2018
- March 2018
- June 2018
- July 2018
- August 2018
- September 2018
- March 2019
- April 2019
- June 2019
- July 2019
- August 2019
- September 2019
- October 2019
- November 2019
- March 2020
- August 2020
- September 2020