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Water Safety Fundamentals

This worksheet covers essential water safety rules, equipment, and emergency procedures for 8th-grade students in Physical Education.

Grade 8 Physical Education Sports and RecreationWater Safety
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MS-LS2-1MS-LS2-2

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Water SafetyPhysical EducationSafetySwimmingFirst Aid
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Water Safety Fundamentals

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of water safety rules and procedures.

1. What is the most important rule to remember when swimming in unsupervised areas?

a

Swim alone to avoid distractions.

b

Always swim with a buddy.

c

Only swim at night when it's cooler.

d

It's okay to dive into shallow water.

2. Which of the following is a key sign of someone who is drowning?

a

Waving arms and yelling for help.

b

Splashing loudly and playing.

c

Eyes glassy or closed, head tilted back.

d

Floating calmly on their back.

1. It is safe to swim immediately after eating a large meal.

T

True

F

False

2. Life jackets are only necessary for weak swimmers.

T

True

F

False

1. Always check the   conditions before entering any body of water.

2. If you see someone in distress in the water, the first thing you should do is   for help.

3. A   should always be present when children are near water.

1. Describe three important rules for pool safety.

2. Explain why it is dangerous to swim in rivers or lakes without knowing their depth.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

currents
lifeguard
buddy
supervision

1. Never underestimate the power of   in natural bodies of water.

2. Always ensure proper   for young children near water.

3. A trained   can provide immediate assistance in an emergency.

Observe the image below and answer the question.

Lifeguard on duty

What essential role does the person in the image play in ensuring water safety?