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such as long poles and ring Duoys, handy. * Keep bottles and glasses away from the concrete or metal pool deck. Are all in your family good swimmers? If not, arrange lessons at the YMCA or some other center in which qualified instructors conduct classes. Many drownings occur among non-swimmers or weakswimmers. A refresher course even for good swimmers might save a life by helping the swimmer get into better physical condition. Know about artificial respiration and how to apply it. The mouth-to-mouth method is explained in the First Aid Manual of the American Medical Association. It’s not very difficult, but start immediately, even in the water; the victim can survive without oxygen to the brain for only a few minutes; with the victim’s face up, pull the chin forward, make certain the windpipe is clear; put your mouth over the victim’s mouth, pinch shut his nose, and blow; repeat 12 to 15 times per minute; keep it up until medical help arrives.
Most important of all to safe swimming -- if you get into trouble in the water, don’t panic. Float on your back and paddle gently. It’s possible to stay afloat for hours, if you don’t panic and wear yourself out with futile threshing.
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