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You need to float, so \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003Etip onto your back and float like a starfish until you feel calm. \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EFloating when you\u0027re in difficulty can stop you from becoming tired and losing control of your breathing, and it gives the emergency services more time to find you.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ENever be in or around water alone.\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003E Take a friend or family member with you. You should both have someone watching you from the shore, ready to act should you need help.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003E Always keep an eye on the shoreline.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ETell someone.\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003E Tell someone where you are going and who you\u2019re going with, as well as what time you expect to be back. Always take an extra set of warm clothes and a towel for any water sport activities.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ELeave the water if it doesn\u2019t feel right.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EDon\u2019t hesitate to get out of the water if something doesn\u2019t feel right. Whether it\u2019s that the current is getting rough, rain has started to fall, or your body is just not responding like you would like it to due to fatigue or muscle cramps, then just leave and return to the water another day. It\u2019s always a good thing to trust your instincts.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ELook for lifeguards.\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003E For swimming, water sports and playing in water, always visit a pool, body of water, beach that has lifeguards on it or is supervised by a lifeguard. At a beach, make sure to enter the water between the red and yellow flags only, as this is where lifeguards are working.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003EDo a safety check before getting into the water.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EStop and ask yourself: \u201CIs it safe?\u201D This means that you need to check if there are lifeguards around, think about how deep the water is and have a look around for any dangers above or below the surface. If you can\u2019t answer all these questions, then it\u2019s best to ask a lifeguard for some advice.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003EAvoid using inflatables.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EPlaying on inflatables in the sea can go wrong very quickly, as a gust of wind can take you a very long way from the beach. To be safe, keep inflatables for the pool.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ENever enter the water to rescue items.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EIf you lose an item in the water, such as out at sea or in a canal or river, leave it.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003EBe prepared.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EYou might want to try to always carry a whistle, a phone and a first aid kit. When you\u2019re by water, you may want to spend time finding a safety device, such as a throw line, so you know where they are. If there isn\u2019t a safety device where there should be one, ask a trusted adult to tell the local authority or land manager. It\u2019s important to remember a life ring should always be placed in the water and pushed out to the person in danger - it should never be thrown. Life rings are very heavy and can injure the person in danger if not used correctly, so they\u2019re not always provided on canals or rivers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003EKnow how to help someone.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EIf a person or an animal falls in the water, n\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003Eever get into the water yourself, as you may get into difficulties as well.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003E The water may have hidden dangers in it that you can\u2019t see, such as reeds or freezing temperatures. To help someone, you can shout for help loudly, call 999 and keep a\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003En eye on the person, tell them to float, and stay near them. If you can, get something to help them, such as a throw line. \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003ETry tying it to a tree, bollard or something else nearby and then throwing the other end in. If you can\u2019t do this, lie down to throw it to make yourself more stable. An object, such as an empty plastic bottle or a football, may also help someone to float.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ELook after pets.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EAvoid throwing animal toys into water, as the dog (or other animal) may get into difficulty in the water.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022\u003ECheck what you\u2019re wearing and use safety equipment.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW115766953 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body Text\u0022\u003EPut on a lifejacket or buoyancy aid, wear a helmet, and avoid wearing wellington boots near water. Wellies fill up with water if you fall in and can weigh you down. Always check your equipment before using it to make sure it\u2019s in good condition.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"How to stay safe around waterways"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW103136414 BCX0\u0022\u003EIf you do get into trouble in the water, tip onto your back and float like a starfish until you feel calm.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW103136414 BCX0\u0022\u003EFloating when you\u0027re in difficulty can stop you from becoming tired and losing control of your breathing, and it gives the emergency services more time to find you.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW103136414 BCX0\u0022\u003ETry not to panic or swim hard. Instead, lean back until your ears are under the water, keeping your mouth and nose out of the water.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW103136414 BCX0\u0022\u003EPush your belly up and spread your arms and legs. It doesn\u2019t matter if your legs sink, we all float differently. Gently move your hands to stay afloat. Do this until you feel calm.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW103136414 BCX0\u0022\u003EWhen you feel calm, raise your hand and shout for help. 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Use road names, bridge numbers or things that you can see to give your location.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW54029206 BCX0\u0022\u003ETry to get help by shouting \u201CHelp\u201D as loudly as you can.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW54029206 BCX0\u0022\u003EKeep an eye on the person or animal, keep talking to them, tell them to float and stay near them.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW54029206 BCX0\u0022\u003EIf you can, get something to help them, like a throw line if available. Try tying it to a tree, bollard or something else nearby and then throwing the other end in. If you can\u2019t do this, lie down to throw it to make yourself more stable. 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You may need to speak to the landowner, and you may want to visit the location before the trip to plan for any boundaries.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou may want to run a water safety session for people before running this session, so people know how to act near water and what to do to prevent drowning. Try \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/activities/water-safety-charades/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Water safety charades\u0022\u003Ewater safety charades\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemember to monitor and dress for the weather, as well as to monitor wind or tides depending on your waterway. You\u2019ll need to have somewhere for people to wash their hands after.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure everyone stays safe around the water and when picking up litter. Before you start the event, gather everyone round and give a safety briefing. You should:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022list-style-type: circle;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplain the boundaries or no-go zones\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAsk if anyone can see any safety features, such as a life ring.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind everyone to always stay away from the edge.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETell everyone where adults will be around the site - you may have a memorable \u2018base\u2019 spot where at least one adult will always be present.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplain what to do if anyone needs help and what to do if someone gets into danger in the water.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind everyone that if they fall in, they need to remember to stay calm and float.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAlways making sure young people are paired up or in groups, within sight of an adult.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHaving a clear way to communicate to people must stop when needed, such as a long blow on a whistle.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDemonstrate how to use the litter pickers.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETell everyone to avoid touching your face or eating and drinking while litter picking or wearing the gloves.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind everyone to never enter the water, even if an object or person falls in, and they should shout for help instead.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEveryone should wash their hands regularly, including after the litter pick, or use anti-bacterial gel.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind everyone how they can use the space respectfully, without disturbing the wildlife or other people enjoying the site if you\u0027re in a public space.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome waterways, such as canals and rivers, are untreated water. 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