Pool: see five tips for when you are with children in the water

To ensure safety in the pool, the Brazilian Aquatic Rescue Society recommends the use of rescue jackets and always remains close to the child

With the arrival of the heat, the joke of the little ones goes from the playgrounds to the swimming pool! However, this environment requires specific care. Second Brazilian aquatic rescue company (Sobrasa), swimming pools and houses are responsible for 55% of all cases of drowning of deaths in the age group of 1-9 years. The NGO also underlines that over 5,500 people have drowned per year in BrazilAnd 20% of the victims are children. So we listed under five suggestions that will make the moments of leisure in the safer and more fun water!

Five swimming pool safety tips

Sobrasa recommends children under 9 years of age only entering swimming pools accompanied by adults. According to the institution, the violent games that increase the risk of trauma and sudden loss of consciousness should be vetized, as well as the use of glass containers, rigorous or similar materials in the swimming pool area.

In an interview with Sbtnews, the representative of the Brazilian aquatic rescue company, Rhalph Valverdeexplained on the importance of always being close to the child. “The safety of your children must be 100%. The safest distance we have of a child is an arm”, commented. The NGO also warns the use of rescue jackets under five years.

Sun Care

In addition to the risks of drowning, the care of the small ones must cover the sun’s rays. Experts point out that parents should limit the exposure of children during more intense periods of radiation from 10 to 16. The managers should also pay attention to the use of sun protection, which must be applied 30 minutes earlier in the areas on display and reapplied as indicated by the product producer. In addition, it is important to remember to hydrate the smaller ones, preferably with water. Another point of attention is food. It is recommended to take fruit and light foods.

Source: Terra

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