Open Water Swimming Webinar

This webinar is aimed specifically for newcomers to Open Water Swimming but it can also be viewed as a refresher for the regulars to this sport for their safety. Hosted by Caroline Casey, Water & Road Safety Development Officer, Cork County Council, speakers & topics include:

Liam Crehan, Wild Side Sports:

• Top tips on suitable equipment before setting off.

Grainne Caulfield, Open Water Swimming Coach:

• Planning Safe Winter Swimming
• Preparation
• Benefits
• Your Swim & Aftercare

Graham Kerr, Water Safety Instructor & Beach Lifeguard Tutor:

• Water Safety Tips for Open Water Swimming

Tim Feen, Irish Coast Guard:

• Personal Experience of Rescues
• How to avoid rescue situations
• Making a 999/112 Call
• Areas where not to swim

Mick Lynch, National Ambulance Service & The Civil Defence:

• Hypothermia and related issues