Top Water Safety Tips to Prevent Personal Injury
By Darwin F. Johnson on June 12th, 2017 in Atlanta Workers Comp, injury prevention, Macon Workers Comp, Savannah Worker's Comp, Workers Compensation
It’s summertime here in Atlanta, and you know what that means — barbecues, trips to the beach and swimming in a nearby pool or lake!
Along with being one of the top Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyers, we are also passionate about helping Atlanta’s residents prevent personal injury and enjoy a safe summer.
If you work at a pool or beach, it’s important to know how to keep yourself safe. This summer, make sure to keep yourself and your family safe with these swimming and water safety tips!
- Never leave your child unattended – Children under the age of three years old need to be watched at all times when playing in the water because kids are usually poor swimmers. Babies can drown in just as one inch of water, so to be safe this summer, make sure you’re all playing together!
- Learn the basics of CPR – The life of a parent can be hectic! But taking some time to learn the basics of CPR can make a world of difference, especially if your child loves to swim. There are countless local classes and internet resources to learn CPR, so taking an hour or two during the weekend can potentially give you the tools to save your child’s life.
- Fence in your pool. If you have a backyard pool, make sure to install a fence around your yard. Proper fencing can help keep wandering toddlers or children from falling into your pool, and potentially putting you at legal risk!
We all want to have fun in the sun here in Atlanta, and by observing proper water safety, everyone can have a great and safe summer. If you work near water and have been injured on the job, talking to a qualified workers’ compensation lawyer in the Atlanta region can help you get the representation you deserve. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Just give us a call at 404-521-2667 to schedule a free consultation. Until then, stay safe this summer!
