Many accidents occurring during summer activities are preventable. Keep in mind when:
Swimming and diving
- Do not dive in less than nine feet of water
- Don't drink and dive -- ever
- Be aware of sandbars
- No board, no diving!
- Keep your distance
- Obey speeds limits
- Don't dive off the boat -- go feet first
- Be watchful and defensive
- Hold board so it extends past head
- Always wear a helmet that is snug, fitted, and level.
- If your helmet is cracked, damaged or more than three to five years-old -- replace it.
- If you are the driver, just drive. Don't let kids or others in the car distract you.
- Never text while driving and don't talk on your cell phone.
- Buckle up. Make sure the bottom strap rests across your hips and the shoulder strap across your chest.
- Make sure your child is in a car seat appropriate for his or her age and size.
