Coasteering, cliff jumping & tombstoning: Know the difference With the temperature rising, it’s so tempting to want to get in the water, but it needs to be done safely. “Tombstoning” has become a controversial activity. Similarly, cliff jumping when not part of an organised party with equipped and trained professionals present is not without its dangers. There are risks from …

We hope our water safety series has been of use to you. We want everyone to enjoy the water but stay safe. We’ll always be here for you, but it’s always a good idea to be equipped with the knowledge to look after yourself. Always follow the Water Safety Code When around water: Stop: Be vigilant and look for the dangers …

Angling can seem like a harmless, peaceful activity which can be undertaken here or further afield. The dangers that large bodies of water pose should always be considered before you grab your line. Unfortunately, a number of anglers lose their lives through drowning every year. For that reason, we’ve put together a few pointers to keep you safe: Wading & …

The RLSS in the UK have been warning runners and walkers to stay safe near bodies of water as they are most at risk of accidental drowning. Each year, over 100 people (on average) lose their lives to drowning as a result of walking or running near water. Figures show on average around 55% of all drowning victims were either …

Transitioning from a pool to open water can be daunting, but if you follow some simple safety steps, it can be fantastic. The biggest difference to pool swimming is the temperature. While not as warm, it can be rewarding to feel at one with nature. Open water swimming can be undertaken in lakes, rivers and seas across the world. There …

The majority of us wouldn’t just stand by and do nothing if we saw someone was in trouble in the water. Normally you’d alert the lifeguard or summon help, but what do you do when that’s just not possible – there’s no lifeguards or there’s no-one else around? Here are some tips as to what to do to help someone …

We’ve all been having to spend more time at home, and that doesn’t look like it’s going to change dramatically too soon. The temperatures are getting warmer so inevitably we’re spending more time in our gardens, with paddling pools, hot tubs and swimming pools in the mix. Your home is considered one of the safest places you can be, but …

What actually IS “cold water shock”? Well, the term refers to a range of natural reactions by our body to protect us when we enter cold water. Sometimes, however, these reactions can have the exact opposite effect and work against us. It’s not just ice-cold water that can send our bodies into shock though – it can happen at anything …

There’s nothing quite like being out in open waters, but did you know that over 80% of accidental drowning happen in open water? A lot of this is due to the lack of understanding and knowledge around open water safety. If you’re armed with the basics and know what hazards to be wary of, there is no reason why you …

Swimming pools are a great place to relax, and for many they are thought to be a much safer environment, but did you know that in the UK and Ireland alone, there are approximately 700 drowning fatalities every year, plus many more who suffer from accidents and injuries, with some sustaining life changing injuries. We want everyone to enjoy the …