Theoretical lessons will address three of the following four topics:

Always swim with a buddy

As a result of this lesson, leaners will:

  • Know which behaviours are safe and which are unsafe when swimming.
  • Explain why they should never swim alone

Check the ice

As a result of this lesson, leaners will:

  • Name the characteristics of a solid ice.
  • Know which behaviours are safe and which are unsafe near ice.
  • Explain how to get out of water if they fall through the ice.

Wear a PFD (personal flotation device)

As a result of this lesson, leaners will:

  • Show how to put on and fasten a PFD.
  • Know which behaviours are safe on a boat.

Look before diving

As a result of this lesson, leaners will:

  • Identify locations that are safe for diving.
  • Name possible consequences of an unsafe dive.

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