Drowning
Children can drown in less than 3cm of water. They should be under constant supervision when in or near any water.
Prevention
• Never leave children or babies in the bath unsupervised, even for a moment
• Never leave uncovered bowls or buckets of water around the home
• Paddling pools should be emptied and stored away when not in use
• Garden ponds should be filled in while children are small or securely fenced off. Take special care when visiting other people’s gardens.