Reach-Throw-Row-Go identifies the sequence list for attempting a water rescue.
Reach. The first and simplest rescue technique is to reach for the victim. It requires a lightweight pole, ladder, long stick, or any object that can be extended to the victim. Once you have your “reacher,” secure your footing. Also have a bystander grab your belt or pants for stability. Secure your-self before reaching for the victim.
Throw. Throwing has a range of about 50 feet for the average untrained rescuer. You can throw anything that floats-empty picnic jug, empty fuel or paint can, life jacket, floating cushion, pieces of wood, inflated spare wheel-whatever is available. If there is a rope handy, tie it to the object to be thrown because you can pull the victim in,or if you miss you can retrieve it to throw again.
Row. If the victim is out of range and there is a nearby boogie board, rowboat, canoe, or motor boat, you can try this form of rescue. These craft require skill learned through practice. Wear a personal flotation device (PFD) for your own safety. To avoid capsizing, never pull the victim in over the sides of a boat but over the stern or rear end.
Go. If the previous “reach-throw-row” are impossible to do and you are a capable swimmer and trained in water lifesaving techniques, you can try to save the drowning victim by swimming. Entering even calm water to make a swimming rescue is difficult and hazardous. All too often a would-be rescuer becomes a victim as well.
DO NOT swim to the person and grasp him unless you are trained in lifesaving.
Reach-Throw-Row-Go identifies the sequence list for attempting a water rescue.Reach. The first and simplest rescue technique is to reach for the victim. It requires a lightweight pole, ladder, long stick, or any object that can be extended to the victim. Once you have your “reacher,” secure your footing. Also have a bystander grab your belt or pants for stability. Secure your-self before reaching for the victim.Throw. Throwing has a range of about 50 feet for the average untrained rescuer. You can throw anything that floats-empty picnic jug, empty fuel or paint can, life jacket, floating cushion, pieces of wood, inflated spare wheel-whatever is available. If there is a rope handy, tie it to the object to be thrown because you can pull the victim in,or if you miss you can retrieve it to throw again.Row. If the victim is out of range and there is a nearby boogie board, rowboat, canoe, or motor boat, you can try this form of rescue. These craft require skill learned through practice. Wear a personal flotation device (PFD) for your own safety. To avoid capsizing, never pull the victim in over the sides of a boat but over the stern or rear end.Go. If the previous “reach-throw-row” are impossible to do and you are a capable swimmer and trained in water lifesaving techniques, you can try to save the drowning victim by swimming. Entering even calm water to make a swimming rescue is difficult and hazardous. All too often a would-be rescuer becomes a victim as well.DO NOT swim to the person and grasp him unless you are trained in lifesaving.
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