Years 5 and 6 were visited today by the RNLI.
They gave us an interesting and interactive talk on how to have fun and stay safe near open water.
It was interesting to hear where in the North we can find the coast guard, life boats and lifeguards and also see what equipment the RNLI use during an everyday incident.
We stopped to think about the dangers we might face in water around our coasts and looked at how we could stay safe by staying with others when out without grownups as well as always telling people where we are going and having a phone with us at all times.
We then practised what we should do if we ever found ourselves suddenly falling into cold water. We had lots of fun practising floating and calling out for help correctly.
Article 6 – You have the right to be alive.
Article 17 – You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need.
Article 24 – You have the right to the best health care possible, safe water to drink, nutritious food, a clean and safe environment, and information to help you stay well.