Water Safety: From the Backyard Pool to the Open Ocean How to Avoid and Survive Water Emergencies

According to the Centers for Disease Control, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under fourteen years of age, and it also ranks among the top causes of death for young men in their teens and twenties.

The good news is that many of these tragedies can be prevented.

Ben Rayner relies on his vast experience as a water safety expert to share valuable information that will help water lovers not only avoid an emergency, but also learn to rely on a set of skills to survive should a life and death emergency become unavoidable.

In his comprehensive guidebook, Rayner details how to stay safe, from the backyard pool to the open ocean.

Learn how to avoid and survive, cold water immersion, why the help position is the most important water emergency survival skill, the proper use of safety equipment, the dangers of rip currents and swift water, boating safety rules, and the reasons why some victims live and others dont.

Water Safety shares proven guidance tailored for both novice and seasoned water lovers that teaches how to apply practical skills to prevent and survive water emergencies.