Digital Lifeguards Make Swimming Safer: CCTV Cameras
the irreversible damage that may be caused by drowning incidents.
Swimming and safety measures
Still, we can’t be so sure at all times. Here are some safety tips for at home and public pools:
1. The home pool should be high-fenced so children cannot clamber over it.
2. Cover the pool with netting.
3. Do not leave buckets filled or even half-filled with water. Very young children can drown within seconds in buckets.
4. Do not rely on your children’s swim wings, they might slip off unnoticed.
5. Do not also depend on your child’s swimming lessons to save himself. The child will panic and forget all lessons.
6. Never swim alone.
As a further precaution, when swimming in public pools, inquire if there is a CCTV system in and above the swimming pool, just to be sure. You’ll be