ELS Water Safety Hub
Practical Water Safety Advice, Lifesaving Guidance & Resources
Clear, practical water safety information for families, swimmers, schools, workplaces and leisure professionals.
Explore guidance covering open water, drowning prevention, lifesaving skills and staying safer around water.
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Practical water safety information designed to help people better understand water-related risks, make safer decisions and know what to do in an emergency.
Explore our latest water safety guides and resources below.
What Is a Reservoir?
Reservoirs can look calm and inviting, but they can present serious hazards. Learn what reservoirs are, why swimming can be dangerous and how to stay safer around them.
Water Safety Code
Learn the key principles of the Water Safety Code and how they can help children, families and adults make safer decisions around water.
Float to Live
If you unexpectedly find yourself struggling in the water, knowing what to do could save your life. Learn about the RNLI's Float to Live advice.
Secondary Drowning: Facts
What does “secondary drowning” actually mean? Understand the terminology, what to look for following a water incident and when to seek medical help.
Heatwave Water Safety
Hot weather brings more people to pools, rivers, lakes and the coast. Learn how to enjoy the water while understanding the risks that come with warmer weather.
How to Become a Lifeguard
Interested in lifeguarding? Discover the qualifications, swimming requirements, training and skills involved in becoming a pool lifeguard.