Water Safety (Recreational): MedlinePlus

Water Safety (Recreational): MedlinePlus

Water Safety Basics

Water sports and swimming are great ways to cool off in the summer heat. Brush up on water safety before you hit the pool or beach and keep these tips in mind:

• supervise children around water
• never dive into water unless you know beforehand how deep it is
• don't swim alone or in bad weather
• always wear a life jacket when you're on a boat