When kids activities bring out a non-swimmer, what must they wear?

When kids activities bring out a non-swimmer, what must they wear?

• A. Life Jacket
• B. Colored wristband
• C. Black Wristband
• D. Swim Cap

Answer: (A)

When kids aren’t confident swimmers, the priority is flotation and staying afloat. A life jacket provides buoyancy and keeps the face and airway above water, even if the child tires or isn’t able to swim. It should be properly fitted and, ideally, Coast Guard–approved for safety. A wristband or swim cap doesn’t offer flotation, so they don’t reduce drowning risk in water activities. The best safety choice is the life jacket.

When kids aren’t confident swimmers, the priority is flotation and staying afloat. A life jacket provides buoyancy and keeps the face and airway above water, even if the child tires or isn’t able to swim. It should be properly fitted and, ideally, Coast Guard–approved for safety. A wristband or swim cap doesn’t offer flotation, so they don’t reduce drowning risk in water activities. The best safety choice is the life jacket.