Approximately 64% of drowning incidents occur in pools or spas. The most heartbreaking part is that drowning is entirely preventable with proper awareness, supervision, and safety education.
To combat this ongoing issue, Premier Aquatic Services has partnered with the Safer 3 Water Safety Foundation, a nonprofit committed to reducing drowning incidents through water safety education and community outreach.
Safer 3 focuses on the three elements present in every drowning situation: water, people, and response. Their curriculum is designed to address each element through the following components:
Teaches participants how to identify risks associated with different bodies of water and how to take preventive measures to reduce those risks.
Provides guidance for children and parents on safe behavior around water, emphasizing constant adult supervision and clear water safety rules.
Covers emergency response techniques, highlighting the importance of parents learning CPR, AED use, and basic first aid.
Safer 3 has also created school-based programs to teach children essential water safety skills.
Each spring, Safer 3 hosts events at swim schools nationwide to increase awareness about drowning prevention and promote safer behaviors around water.
To continue raising awareness, Premier Aquatic Services, the Safer 3 Water Safety Foundation, and the Orange County Fire Authority are hosting the first-ever Orange County Drowning Prevention Task Force meeting.
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During the meeting, participants will learn how to reduce drowning risks and keep their families safe around water.
Last year marked one of the worst years for drownings in Orange County. By staying informed and committed to water safety, we can all play a role in preventing these tragedies.
