Beckie Ramsay-Equipping your loved ones with Open Water safety skills.

The Community Safety Podcast

CSP 18-Equipping your loved ones with Open Water safety skills with Beckie Ramsay.

Swimming is one of the life skills we are taught at a young age. We learn to manage our breathing and to propel our arms and legs to keep us afloat. However, the open water houses dangers beyond its inviting surface. The water may be too cold. Debris and other objects may obstruct your path. Tides can be strong enough to pull even the best and strongest Olympic swimmers. To mitigate your risk, you need to be equipped with water safety skills.

For today's unique episode, Beckie Ramsay joins us to talk about water safety. Ten years ago, she lost her firstborn to open water swimming. She graciously talks about the tragedy that led her to campaign for water safety. Most importantly, Beckie imparts life-saving safety advice that you and your family can use in cases of emergency.

Listen to this episode to be prepared in the face of danger, not only for yourself but for your family and friends.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

1. Understand the importance of water safety skills.
2. Discover the dos and don'ts during open water swimming.
3. Learn about valuable resources you can use during an emergency.

Resources

• Check out the Noise App
• Download the What3Words app in cases of emergency
• RNLI’s Seaside Safety Song, Starfish Song
• Visit the Doing It For Dylan Facebook and Twitter pages
• Connect with Beckie: Twitter

Episode Highlights

Everything about Dylan

• Beckie’s son, Dylan lost his life while swimming in open water. Now, she’s dedicated to educating others about the dangers of open water swimming.
• Dylan was always a very bright child who was destined for greater things. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
• He was also passionate about education and fitness. Dylan could get lost in books and loved all sorts of music.
• Dylan was the kind of guy who was content with what he had.

Dylan’s Talent in Sports and Fitness

• Dylan was very fit and was active in sports and fitness. His PE teacher even said that it wouldn’t be surprising to see Dylan at the Olympics someday.
• He was the athlete of the year in his school two years in a row, excelling in track and throwing events.
• He would have been 23 today. Sometimes Beckie hurts for the things Dylan could have done.

Events Leading up to the Accident

• One day, Dylan and his two friends decided to cool down at a local quarry.
• Beckie got the call about the accident from a police...