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  1. Water Safety
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Water Safety Advice

More than 700 people drown in the UK and Ireland EVERY YEAR and many more have non-fatal experiences, sometimes suffering life-changing injuries.

At the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), we work tirelessly to educate people to enjoy water safely, to keep their families and friends safe and to know what to do in an emergency. We offer valuable support and counselling services to friends and families that have been affected by drowning incidents.

Learn how to keep you and your family safe with our water safety advice.

Winter Water Safety

Winter Water Safety

In winter, children and pets are particularly at risk when tempted to play on the ice formed on open water, and adults can find themselves at risk in attempting to save them. Read more

Published: 5th October, 2020

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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Water Safety in a Flood

Water Safety in a Flood

More than 12% of the UK population live in areas at risk of flooding from rivers or the sea which can cause drowning. However, through flood safety education and knowing what to do before, during and after flooding, many of these drownings are preventable. Read more

Published: 25th September, 2020

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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Cold water shock – the facts

Cold water shock – the facts

The term ‘cold water shock’ refers to a range of natural reactions that our bodies take to protect us when we enter cold water (although these reactions can sometimes work against us). And with cold water being anything from approximately the temperature of a swimming pool and below, we are not just talking about icy cold water here. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2020

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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Sharing Water Safety Advice

Sharing Water Safety Advice

We are the water experts and so we have created a series of social media graphics for you to share with your own communities. Read more

Published: 10th July, 2020

Author: Kelly Key

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Water Safety on Holiday

Water Safety on Holiday

Each year individuals drown on holiday so being aware of the basic principles of water safety on holiday, combined with knowledge and understanding of the hazards, can increase enjoyment and significantly reduce the number of deaths each year. Read more

Published: 26th February, 2020

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

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Water Safety at Home

Water Safety at Home

Make sure that you and your loved-ones are not counted in next year’s drowning figures by following our guide to water safety at home. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2020

Updated: 23rd July, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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Water Safety for Runners and Walkers

Water Safety for Runners and Walkers

UK runners and walkers are being warned to stay safe near bodies of water as they are most at risk of accidental drowning. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2019

Updated: 7th May, 2020

Author: Kelly Key

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The Water Safety Code

The Water Safety Code

Over the past 12 months, we have been working closely with Swim England and RNLI to influence stronger and more collaborative messaging across the UK and Ireland. Read more

Published: 18th April, 2019

Updated: 13th June, 2019

Author: James Soley

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Water Safety in Residential Swimming Pools

Water Safety in Residential Swimming Pools

Around 700 people drown in the UK and Ireland EVERY YEAR and many more have non-fatal experiences, sometimes suffering life-changing injuries. Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2018

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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Open Water Swimming - Safety Guide

Open Water Swimming - Safety Guide

For many, the transition from pool to open water can be a daunting one, but with some simple safety steps the delights of the great outdoors are closer than you think. Read more

Published: 24th October, 2018

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: James Soley

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Open Water Safety

Open Water Safety

Around 85% of accidental drownings occur at open water sites. Many of these drownings occur due to a lack of knowledge and understanding of open water safety. Read more

Published: 31st July, 2018

Updated: 27th August, 2020

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Five Points For Open Water Swimming Safety

Five Points For Open Water Swimming Safety

Everything you need to know about keeping safe near open water and what to do If someone is in difficulty in the water. Read more

Published: 30th July, 2018

Updated: 10th December, 2020

Author: James Soley

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Water Safety at the Beach

Water Safety at the Beach

Around 700 people drown in the UK and Ireland every year and many more suffer injury, some life-changing, through non-fatal experiences. More people die from drowning in the UK and Ireland than from domestic fires or cycling accidents. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2018

Updated: 25th October, 2019

Author: Teri Youl

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Water Safety in Swimming Pools

Water Safety in Swimming Pools

More UK children die in pools while abroad on holiday than in pools in the UK. Make sure you and others are safe in swimming pools in the UK and abroad. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2018

Updated: 25th October, 2019

Author: Teri Youl

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Water Safety Advice for Anglers

Water Safety Advice for Anglers

Although angling can seem like a harmless activity, the dangers that large bodies of water pose should always be considered before grabbing your line. Read more

Published: 20th July, 2018

Updated: 15th August, 2018

Author: Teri Youl

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Local Water Safety Plans

Local Water Safety Plans

RLSS UK are excited to launch its ‘Practical guide to setting up a Water Safety Action Group and designing a local Water Safety Plan.’ Read more

Published: 18th July, 2018

Updated: 26th March, 2019

Author: Teri Youl

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How to rescue someone from drowning

How to rescue someone from drowning

Most people won’t just stand by and do nothing while someone’s in trouble in the water. On a lifeguarded beach, in an emergency, you’d alert the lifeguards. But what do you do out of season or on holiday when there are no lifeguards and someone’s drowning? Read more

Published: 17th July, 2018

Updated: 29th August, 2018

Author: Teri Youl

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Summer Water Safety

Summer Water Safety

Every year people drown both at home and on holiday because they don’t take simple precautions, so reaching people with water safety messages is vital. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2018

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is a registered charity in England and Wales (1046060) and in Scotland (SC037912). Company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (3033781). Registered office: RLSS UK, Red Hill House, 227 London Road, Worcester, WR5 2JG Images and copyright © RLSS UK.