As you prepare for the Labor Day weekend, IUSD would like to take this opportunity to share important water safety reminders from the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). You can also visit the OCFA website for more detailed information in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Please take a moment to review the ABC’s of Water Safety and Water Safety Rules with your family and caregivers.
ABCs of Water Safety
A – Active Adult Supervision
B – Barriers to prevent toddlers and children from falling into the pool
C – Classes, so children know how to swim is important. Do not rely on swimming aids for safety
If a child or adult is missing, every second counts. Check the water and the bottom of the pool FIRST!
Water Safety Rules
- Never swim alone
- Follow the ABC’s of water safety
- Go feet first into the water
- Play safely in and around water
- Don’t sit or play on drains, which can trap and injure swimmers
For more information, visit ocfa.org and navigate to the drowning prevention section of their website under Safety Programs.
Have a fun and safe weekend!