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Prevention

Is Possible

Layers Of Protection

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In the US, Drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death for ages 0-4 and the #2 cause of accidental death for ages 5-14. 
In Florida, California, and Arizona it is #1.
Drowning happens quickly and without warning. There is no cry for help. 

The best way to prevent drowning is ARM’S REACH supervision.
Parents define supervision in a variety of ways. In the case of swimming, it means being actively involved and within an arm’s reach. It is not enough to simply be in the yard or poolside. Reading a magazine or talking on a cell phone while the child is swimming does not qualify as supervision, regardless of the presence of lifeguards.

A study was done by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission directed at children ages 5 and under in Florida, Arizona, and California who had drown in home swimming pools. The results might help you to better understand why drowning is still the number one killer for three states and stands at number two for the nation.


Who was in charge of supervision at the time of drowning?
  • 69% of the accidents occurred while one or both parents were responsible for supervision
  • 10% were with adults other than the parents
  • 14% were with sitters
  • 7% were with siblings

What was the location of the pool drowning?
  • 65% were in a pool owned by the child's family
  • 22% at a relative’s home pool
  • 11% at a neighbor's pool

Where were they last seen?
77% of the children had been seen 5 minutes or less before being missed and subsequently discovered in the pool.
  • 46% were last seen in the house prior to being found in the pool.  ​   Of these, 15% were thought to be sleeping
  • 23% were last seen in the yard, porch or patio, not in the pool area. That's a total of 69% that were thought not to be in the pool area
  • 31% were last seen in the pool or pool area

​What activity was the person responsible for supervision involved in at the time of drowning?
  • 39% were doing chores, 18% socializing, 9% on the telephone

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  • Home
  • LESSONS
    • Mobile Lessons - Enroll Now!
    • Aquatic Fitness & Training
    • 30 Minute Lesson - A La Carte Schedule
    • Private Recurring Package
    • Parent & Me Group
    • Aquatic Attitude for Adults
    • Club Swim - Group Stroke
  • PRESCRIPTION PROGRAM
    • Water Babies 4mths - 3yrs
    • Safety Consultation
  • LIFEGUARD/CPR SERVICES
    • CPR, First Aid & BabySitting
    • Reserve a Lifeguard For Your Party
    • Lifeguard Certifications
  • TRY IT for FREE!
  • Book An Exchange Lesson
  • Special Needs
    • Partnerships & Resources
    • Special Needs Profile Form
  • Parent Portal
  • Parent Information
    • CPR - Know the Steps, Save a Life
    • Flotation Devices
    • COVID19 -Pandemic Plan
    • Patron Pathway - What you Need to Know Before Swimming
    • Brain Benefits of Swimming
    • Cancellation Policy
    • What to Bring
    • Separation Anxiety
    • Water & Food Intake
    • Hypothermia
    • Ear Infections
    • Dry Drowning: Clarifying the Facts
    • Drown Prevention
    • Videos
  • Locations
    • West Little Rock
    • Conway
  • About US
    • What's Happening & Event Calendar
    • Contact Us
    • Client Testimonials
  • Blog
    • Photo Gallery >
      • SOAR - Water Dragons
      • Adult Lessons
      • Club Swim
      • Private Lesson - Safety Skills
      • Water Babies
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Coaches Corner
    • Water Smart Babies RX
    • Safe Coaches & Safe Clients Code of Conduct Agreement Form
    • Incident Reporting Form
    • Company Telephone List
    • From Coach Karen
    • Swim Instruction - Being The Best You Can Be!
    • On Deck? Make a Great First Impression!
    • Code Brown - Oh Crap!
    • How To's of PIKE13
    • Advice For New Hires
  • SWIM SHOP