Water + Wheels + Sun = Safe Summer Fun

Swimming Safety Tips It is estimated that for each drowning death, there are 1 to 4 nonfatal submersions serious enough to result in hospitalization.

Small children can drown in as little as one inch of water.

Check the Drains in Your Pool and Spa Pools that pose the greatest risk of entrapment are childrens public wading pools, in-ground hot tubs, or any other pools that have flat drain grates or a single main drain system.

Fun on Wheels

Top Safety Tips Safe Kids Worldwide HELMETS We have a simple saying: Use your head, wear a helmet. It is the single most effective safety device available to reduce head injury and death from bicycle crashes

Top Safety Tips Safe Kids Worldwide BIKES Ensure proper bike fit by bringing the child along when shopping for a bike. Select one that is the right size for the child, not one he or she will grow into. Actively supervise children until youre comfortable that they are responsible to ride on their own.

Top Safety Tips Safe Kids Worldwide BIKES Every child is different, but developmentally, it can be hard for kids to judge speed and distance of cars until age 10, so limit riding to sidewalks (although be careful for vehicles in driveways), parks or bike paths until age 10. No matter where you ride, teach your child to stay alert and watch for cars and trucks.

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Be Safe in the Sun What do we tell students in PE class? More than 20 minutes of sun exposure requires sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. Seek shade especially between 10 am and 4 pm. Dont let hazy days fool you. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Wear protective clothing, hats and glasses.

How do I protect myself from UV rays? You dont have to avoid sunlight completely, and it would be unwise to reduce your level of activity by avoiding the outdoors, because physical activity is important for good health. But too much sunlight can be harmful. There are some steps you can take to limit your exposure to UV rays. Some people think about sun protection only when they spend a day at the lake, beach, or pool. But sun exposure adds up day after day, and it happens every time you are in the sun. If you are going to be in the sun, Slip! Slop! Slap! and Wrap is a catch phrase that can help you remember some of the key steps you can take to protect yourself from UV rays: Slip on a shirt. Slop on sunscreen. Slap on a hat. Wrap on sunglasses to protect the eyes and sensitive skin around them.

Be Safe in the Sun We see pediatricians, dentists, and optometrists, so dont forget to see a dermatologist.

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