Newsplash - July 2009

Beach swimming

Beach swimming is an enjoyable pastime for people in the Territory. When swimming at a patrolled beach, remember to be water safety wise. Swim between the red and yellow flags and be aware that Box Jellyfish can be present in coastal waters and tidal creeks all year round. Always take vinegar with you to the beach and if you are stung liberally apply it as early as possible to the affected area and seek medical assistance immediately. 

Keep Watch

Keep Watch is a public education program developed by Royal Life Saving Society Australia. The program aims to prevent drowning deaths of children in all aquatic locations. There are four main strategies of the Keep Watch program that parents and carers of children are encouraged to undertake to prevent children from drowning.

Keep Watch Strategies

• Supervise your child
• Provide barriers to water locations
• Familiarise your child with water
• Learn resuscitation

For more information on the Keep Watch program visit www.royallifesaving.com.au

Under 5’s Water Safety Awareness Program

Every parent or guardian in the Northern Territory caring for a child under the age of five can take advantage of this free program. These sessions provide instruction in emergency care, revival skills and water awareness using both in and out of water activities.

For more information on this free program contact Royal Life Saving NT on telephone 8981 5036 or visit www.nt.gov.au/watersafety

Contact us
Water Safety Branch
Ph: 1300 301 059
Fax: 89998520
Email: watersafety@nt.gov.au

22 August