By Khang Nguyen

VIDEO:Mock drowning demonstration gets round of applause

Jul 22, 2015 | 6:56 AM

National Drowning Prevention Week is underway.

Activities are planned throughout the week at the Kinsmen Water Park pool raising water safety.

A mock drowning demonstration was performed yesterday by lifeguards and paramedics.

In the demonstration, life guard, Nachelle Spadmen acts as a spinal injury victim as other lifeguards and paramedics come to the rescue.

According to the Saskatchewan Life Saving Society, summer is the peak season for drownings.

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So far this year there have been nine fatal drownings in Saskatchewan, down from 11 at this time last year.

Daily Activity Schedule

1:15pm – 1:45pm      CPR Demo & Training (not a certification)

2:00pm                    Lifeguard Distressed Non-Swimmer Demonstration

2:15pm – 2:45pm     “Dress Like a Lifeguard” Activity (Under 8yrs)
                              “Dress Like a Lifeguard” Obstacle course (Over 8yrs)

3:00pm                    Lifeguard Spinal Demonstration

3:15pm – 3:45pm     Lifeguard Relay (Over 8yrs)
                              “Drip, Drop, Splash!” Game (Under 8yrs)

4:00pm                    Lifeguard Distressed Non-Swimmer Demonstration
4:15pm – 4:45pm     Swim to Survive Challenge (All ages)

5:15pm                    Lifeguard Spinal Demonstration

6:00pm – 6:30pm     Soak the Lifeguard Trivia Game

And each day of the week has a special theme:

Monday, July 20      Sun Smart Education

–          Featuring Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and Canadian Cancer Society representatives

–          UV Skin Damage Camera

Tuesday, July 21       Swim with a Buddy/Within Arm’s Reach

–          Featuring FULL Mock Rescue with the help of Parkland Ambulance (at 3pm)

–          Parent Lifeguard Course (4:00pm – 5:00pm)

Wednesday, July 22  Lifesaving Sport

–          Event demonstrations/tournament done by KWP Lifeguards – Come cheer on your favorite team!

–          Lifesaving Competitions (all ages)

–          Introduction and Information for NEW programming for Fall of 2015 at Frank J. Dunn Pool

Thursday, July 23      Open Water Safety

–          Featuring Prince Albert Fire Department (seminar from 3:30pm-4:30pm

–          PFD & Lifejacket Fitting

–          Parent Lifeguard Course (2:00pm – 3:00pm)

Friday, July 24   Celebration of National Drowning Prevention Week

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