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Water competency refers to having the fundamental swimming and water safety skills needed to anticipate, avoid, and survive common drowning situations.
It goes beyond basic swimming and includes safety knowledge, skill in swimming for a period, self-rescue, risk assessment, and the ability to help others.
Key skills include safely entering the water, treading or floating for at least one minute, swimming 25 yards, and orienting oneself to find a way out of the water. 👀
This month, What Water Competency Encompasses:
Water Safety Knowledge:
Understanding water properties, common dangers (like cold water shock or rip currents), and how to prevent dangerous behaviors.
Basic Swimming Skills:
The ability to perform fundamental skills like floating, treading water, controlling breathing, and swimming a short distance.
Self-Rescue Skills:
Knowing how to get out of the water safely and without assistance, even in deep water or when fully clothed.
Helping Others:
Having the knowledge and basic techniques to assist someone in trouble in the water without putting yourself at unnecessary risk.
Why Water Competency is Important
Prevent Drowning:
It provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to avoid accidents and respond effectively to emergencies.
Safety in All Environments:
Competency should be practiced in various environments, including pools, lakes, and oceans, as water safety skills can vary by location.
Broader Understanding:
Water competency is a construct that promotes a wider understanding of aquatic readiness, encompassing cognitive, affective, and physical skills.
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