Play it safe by the water
Summer 2024
Mordialloc College wish you, you family and friends a happy and safe holiday period.
As the temperatures increase, and we are likely to be spending more time around water in the next few weeks, please keep water safety in mind as you enjoy a well-earned rest.
The Victorian Government, Play it Safe by the Water and Lifesaving Victoria have put together the following tips to help keep you safe:
With many family activities happening close to waterways these school holidays now is a great time to refresh
and remember what to look out for to keep the kids safe in and around water.
Play it Safe by the Water: has a great range of bite-sized snippets to remind you of what to look for and what to think about before you go to the various environments.
The are numerous things to consider when visiting the beach. Where are the patrolled beaches, what is the weather doing, what does a rip current look like and what do you do if you find yourself caught in one?
Rivers, creeks, lakes and dams are great fun but they also have hidden dangers such as currents and submerged objects. Do you know what to look for?
Dams, wells and tanks may not be so familiar. Have you thought about what to consider?
Home:
Pools and spas at home are great fun over the summer but they are not risk free. Remain ever vigilant and always watching.
Men at risk of drowning | vic.gov.au
Water safety for older Victorians | vic.gov.au
Water safety - Translated information | vic.gov.au
