Tragedies happen in a blink of an eye, and drowning is the second leading cause of death among Utah children under the age of 14. Water accidents are also a major cause of life-altering brain injuries every year. There's simply no substitute for 100% supervision. Watch your children at all times whenever they're around water, and remember: Don't just be there, be aware.
General Water Safety
- Never take your eyes off children in the water
- While supervising, stay alert and avoid distractions
- Learn infant and child CPR
- Keep a telephone nearby in case of an emergency
- Empty all buckets and wading pools after use
- Never leave children in a bathtub alone or with an older brother or sister
- Install child safety locks on toilet lids in households with toddlers
Pool and Hot Tub Safety
- If a child is missing, always check the pool first
- Enclose pools with self-closing and locking fences
- Teach children to swim, but remember, there's no substitute for supervision
Open Water and Boating Safety
- Use approved life jackets
- Read and obey all posted rules
- Never dive into unknown water
- Install a carbon monoxide detector aboard your houseboat