Is this Safe?

Is this Safe – Inflatables

Watch the short film to understand the key risks and safety messages relating to inflatables.

Time: 15–20 mins | Format: Assembly or classroom activity | Maximum participation: Whole school. Stop and think & Stay together.

Children should watch the short film, discuss and then decide in small groups what they think a group of friends should do next. To conclude, a lifeguard engages with the audience to reinforce safe behaviours.

Is this Safe – Red Flags

Watch the short film to learn where is, and where isn’t, a safe place to swim.

Time: 15–20 mins | Format: Assembly or classroom activity | Maximum participation: Whole school. Stay Together

This activity uses a short ‘point-of-view’ film to address the dangers of going into the sea when red flags are flying. 

Children should watch the short film and decide whether they think it is safe to go into the water. To conclude, a lifeguard engages with the audience to reinforce safe behaviours.

Curriculum links

England

• Eng, KS2, PE, Swimming and Water Safety
• Eng, KS2, RSE, Health and Wellbeing, Personal Safety, Basic First Aid
• Eng, KS2 PSHE Health & Wellbeing, Living in the Wider World

Northern Ireland

• KS1&2, PD&MU, Personal Understanding and Health, Safety, KS2, PE, Swimming

Republic of Ireland

• SPHE, Myself

Scotland

• First and Second Level, Health and Wellbeing (HWB)

Wales

• Health and well-being