Water Safety.
Young people who drown are often victims of their own misjudgement of their swimming
ability. They may view a river or a lake as a tempting means of cooling off in a hot spell,
but fail to appreciate the harmful effects that the cold water can have on stamina and
strength.
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Drowning is the third most common cause of accidental death among the under 16s.
Always take extra care around the water's edge, cliff faces and open mudflats.
Always follow the flags on beaches and signs that may warn you of danger.
Signs that warn you of DANGER, are always:
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Triangle shaped
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Yellow background, with black symbols
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They are placed to help you spot a hazard that is not always obvious
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They mean that you should be aware of something.
Signs that mean you SHOULD NOT DO something, are always:
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A red ring shape, with a line running through
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White background, red line and black symbols or shapes
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They inform you of things you are not supposed to do
Signs that mean you SHOULD DO something, are always:
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Blue and circle shaped
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White symbols or shapes
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They inform you of things you need to do
Ø Don't go alone: children should always be accompanied by an adult.
Ø Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back.
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