Temperatures are rising this week. With exams finishing and the school term coming to a close, NOW is the time to talk to your teenager about water safety.
Worried they won’t listen? View our guide:
https://rlssuk.co.uk/3SaJPDU
#HaveTheConversation #DrowningPreventionWeek #DPW2026
We’re midway through Drowning Prevention Week 🛟
From lessons to school talks, our amazing community is helping spread vital water safety messages. Thank you to everyone supporting the campaign—you’re making a real difference. 👏
www.rlss.org.uk/dpw
#DPW2026
Remember the Water Safety Code: If you fall in, stay calm, float on your back and call for help.
🛟 Tilt your head back and keep your airway clear
🌊 Spread your arms and legs to stay balanced
🤲 Gently move your hands if needed
Learn more:
www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code
#DPW2026
There’s still time to be a part of Drowning Prevention Week. 🛟
Perfect for schools, community groups, and organisations, our resources make it easy to get involved and make a real impact this week.
Download now and share: www.rlss.org.uk/dpw
#DrowningPreventionWeek
Help teenagers stay safe around open water this summer.
Download and share our new Speak Up. Be a Mate. social media assets and webpage and help us reach those most at risk.
We can all contribute to creating communities free from drowning.
www.rlss.org.uk/speak-up-be-a-mate
#DPW2026
When you’re near water: STOP & THINK.
đź’§Be prepared. Learn how to float on your back.
💧Understand the risks. Warm weather doesn’t mean warm water.
đź’§Know your limits. Even strong swimmers can struggle.
Help spread the message:
www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code
#DPW2026
Could you remember the Water Safety Code in an emergency?
Stop. Think. Stay together. Call 999. Float.
Stay Together đź‘Ą
• Swim with friends and family
• Keep children within arm’s reach
• Share your plans with someone you trust
www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code
#DPW2026
One risk. One joke. One decision.
That’s all it takes for fun to turn into an emergency.
Do you know what to do if a mate gets into trouble in the water?
Find out now 👇
www.rlss.org.uk/speak-up-be-a-mate
#BeAMate #DrowningPreventionWeek
Try saying:
“Most accidents happen when people are showing off or just following mates. What would you do if something didn’t feel right?”
Access the guide that might save their life - practical wording parents can use:
www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-for-teenagers
#HaveTheConversation #DPW2026
