Water Safety Talks

Why water safety matters, with Australian drowning statistics introduced for older primary students.

Identifying and assessing hazards in diverse aquatic environments.

Who to call or approach if you need help and what to use to help.

How to recognise the subtle signs of a swimmer in trouble.

Crucial safety rules and understanding of safety signage.

Navigating the hidden dangers of rivers, lakes and dams.

Clear, decisive steps to take when an emergency occurs.

Recognising the ‘Warning’ signs around the water.

Who to call for help and what to expect.

A knowledge check challenge to test what we have learned, followed by an open floor for student questions.

What it means to be water smart, using Australian drowning statistics to explore how risk taking affects young adults.

Advanced risk assessment across coastal, inland and urban aquatic environments.

Recognising the subtle signs of drowning and understanding the physiological “instinctive drowning response”.

Beyond the basics; understanding rips, currents and the importance of adhering to safety signage.

Understanding the hazards of rivers, lakes and dams.

Leadership and decision making during a crisis to ensure a safe and effective response.

Direct communication with 000 and the role of the first responder.

A knowledge check challenge to test what we have learned, followed by an open floor for student questions.