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on 1/12/2007 I run a theatre program for children and youth. We always ask that the children stay inside until picked up by a parent. We also send them to the restroom with a buddy and remind them to stay together, and report back in together. Hopefully these are good habits that will continue.
on 11/22/2005 Don't forget to talk about water safety. Always wear a life jacket. What to do if someone is drowning: Reaching assist- reach something (arm, leg, pole, swim noodle) out to the person to grab onto while you pull them in. Throwing assist- throw something that floats (ring buoy), lifeguard rescue tubes, Styrofoam cooler, empty milk carton, life jacket, noodle (fold in half to throw), boat cushion to the person. If there is a rope, throw past the person and pull the flotation device into them. Remember to hold onto the end of the rope (tip: place the rope's end under your foot).
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