Episode 5: Emergency Action Plans

Emergency Action Plans!

Yes, they are in every field.

You see, during swimming or while simply playing in water: we run, we fall, and we get shoved. It’s all so much fun. Of course, swimming gives that additional boost to the body and to the brain.

But, what if something goes out of control? Something unexpected happens during shoving and running.

The result can be -- we may see blood because of a scrape or an abrasion.

And, a standard first aid class would teach us how to take care of this -- a quick action plan in case of such an emergency.

You see the American Red Cross talks about Emergency Action Plans. According to OSHA, an emergency action plan is here to keep us safe, and like any good plan, it only works if we put the plan into place. 

Now, there are other things as well which you need to prepare for—in advance. 

You see, your kid may suddenly start throwing up water, and continue to throw up water. People go swimming and then, they get sick with diarrhea.  These may be because: there can be chemicals in pool water, there are recreational water illnesses’. Not many are aware of these conditions and diseases. 

In other words, for a safe and healthy swimming – you need to understand what to do when the unexpected happens. 

So listen carefully, because in this episode I’ve talked about: Emergency action plans, importance of poison control number, chemicals in water, recreational water illnesses, water safety posts, stories from my years of aquatic experience.

As I’ve said in my earlier episodes, I’ve been an aquatic professional with 20 plus years experience. From sitting on the stand guarding to certifying lifeguards and running a pool-- I’ve seen a lot. And I’m here to share with you my opinions and the resources that I’ve learned while I was out there.

And, that's because I want no drownings; I want you all to have a zero drowning summer. That is, I want you to be safe, and I want each child to be safe.