The Victoria Day Weekend is pretty much the kick off for summer. Levert Personnel Resources wants to offer you the following tips to ensure that this long weekend is the start of a safe summer.

Swimming•Supervision: At the cottage, on the dock, or around the pool, make sure that children in, on and around water are always supervised by an adult.
•Fence it in: Ensure that your pool is fully fenced with a self-closing, self-latching gate.
•Safety Equipment: Ensure you have a first aid kit and a phone by the pool or on the waterfront. In the cottage or in the house is too far away!
•Non-swimmers: Inexperienced swimmers should wear a lifejacket or personal flotation device when near the water.
•Get trained! Ensure you and your children know how to swim and learn water safety.

Boating•Close by isn’t close enough! You have to WEAR your lifejacket in order for it to work. Lifejackets have come a long way in recent years.
•Everyone needs one: Make sure everyone in the boat has a lifejacket and ask everyone to wear it.
•Stay sober: Alcohol and boating just don’t mix.
•Plan your trip: When heading out on your boat, even for a short trip, ensure someone knows where you’re going and what time you’re expected to return.
•Cold water alert: Remember that the water is still cold at this time of year. Hypothermia can be deadly. Be cautious!
•Supervision: Supervise children at all times on or around water. A lifejacket is no substitute for adult supervision.

Outdoor Fun•Sun protection: Protect yourself from the sun: wear adequate sun protection including sunscreen, a hat and protective clothing.
•Stay hydrated: There’s nothing like water to beat the heat. Make sure you drink plenty of water to keep hydrated.
•Healthy food choices: Pack your cooler with healthy snacks and plenty of water.
•Wear the gear: Whatever your activity, wear the appropriate safety equipment and play safe.
•First Aid Kit: Make sure you have a first aid kit on hand everywhere you spend time: at home, at the cottage, in the car, by the pool. Pack a small first aid kit in your daypack to deal with minor scrapes, blisters and bruises.

Have a fun and safe long weekend!

Posted By:
Samantha Lefebvre- Sales and Marketing Coordinator at the Levert Corporation located in Sudbury, Ontario. Canada. I can be reached via email at slefebvre@levert.ca or Toll Free 1-800-461-5934 or visit www.levert.ca and start your job search now.
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