Safety at the beach…
Safety at the beach…
At the end of last year, we received the devastating news that one of our students drowned in a tragic beach accident. Our thoughts and wishes go out to his family and friends in India, and their representatives and friends here in Australia.
We are writing to you to ask for your assistance to ensure that all potential students are aware of the risks in swimming in beaches in Australia. We have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, however to enjoy them safely, it is essential to obey beach rules.
We are writing to you to ask for your assistance to ensure that all potential students are aware of the risks in swimming in beaches in Australia. We have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, however to enjoy them safely, it is essential to obey beach rules.
Surf Life Saving Australia has developed a simple acronym for beach safety:
Surf Life Saving Australia has developed a simple acronym for beach safety:
F-L-A-G-S:
F Find the flags and swim between them - the red and yellow flags mark the safest place to swim at the beach.
在海滩先看准红色和黄色的旗子标志，在旗子围绕的范围内游泳（防鲨网内区域安全游泳）
L Look at the safety signs - they help you identify potential dangers and daily conditions at the beach.
了解安全标志，明显的提醒了危险领域或者危险频发地域
A Ask a surf lifesaver for some good advice - surf conditions can change quickly so talk to a surf lifesaver or lifeguard before entering the water.
向海滩救援人员询问注意事项，下水以前需要了解冲浪环事项因为海浪变换迅速。
G Get a friend to swim with you - so you can look out for each other's safety and get help if needed. Children should always be supervised by an adult.
结伴下水游泳，这样你们可以互相照顾，有了危险可以及时发现。儿童必须有成人照看。
S Stick your hand up for help - if you get into trouble in the water, stay calm, raise your arm to signal for help. Float with a current or rip - don't try and swim against it.
如果你在水中遇到麻烦，保持冷静高举你的胳膊。暂时的漂浮等待救援，与水波同方向漂浮。千万不要与水流逆向游泳，
And remember – never:
Never swim at unpatrolled beaches (beaches without a lifeguard or flags)
从不在没有巡逻的地带游泳（包括没有旗帜和救生员的沙滩）
Never ever swim at night
从不在晚上游泳
Never swim under the influence of alcohol
酒后不要游泳
Never run and dive into the water
从不奔跑和下潜在水中
Never swim directly after a meal
从不饭后立即游泳
(Information sourced with thanks from Surf Life Saving Australia,
www.slsa.com.au)
Safety at home…
Continuing the theme of safety for our students, we are also asking you to talk to your students about the value of smoke detectors, following the recent deaths of three more students from another Melbourne educational institution.
Since 1999, it has been compulsory for owners of properties in Victoria, including landlords, to install smoke alarms. Please ensure your students are aware that any property they rent MUST be fitted with working smoke detectors. For more information, please see:
www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/page/page.asp?Page_Id=176&h=0
For more information…
At Deakin, the following measures are in place to assist students with safety awareness:
> topics of swim and personal safety are introduced in pre-departure materials
> sessions on personal safety and security are conducted during orientation programs
> excursions are offered which include a swim safety option
> advice is given by peer support teams and International Student Advisers.
We thank you for your assistance in understanding and communicating these important personal safety matters to prospective Deakin students.
