Essential Summer Safety Tips for Parents and Caregivers
Essential Summer Safety Tips for Parents and Caregivers
Global · Published Jun 23, 2026
Summer is a season of fun, but it also brings unique safety challenges for children.
Learn practical tips to ensure water safety, bike helmet use, and emergency preparedness for a safer summer.

Water Safety Measures

Water safety is one of the most critical concerns during summer. Experts recommend assigning one adult to actively supervise children near pools or other water bodies. This person should avoid distractions like phones. Children who are not strong swimmers should wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets instead of relying on inflatable floaties. Additionally, pools should be surrounded by a fence with a self-closing, self-latching gate to prevent unsupervised access. Nearly 70% of drownings among young children occur during non-swim times, making constant vigilance essential.

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