We are very lucky to live so close to the canal. There are some things for you to remember about the canal to keep safe:

• Stay away from the edge
• Never walk over frozen water 
• Refuse to swim in the canal, even if someone is telling you to do so
• Do not play with your friends by the canal
• The water in the canal is not for drinking 

Hidden dangers

Under the water there are dangers that you cannot see such as;

• rubbish which can be sharp
• hidden and slippery edges 
• very cold water 
• very deep water 
• ice 

Falling in

If you fall into the canal you should;

• Try to stand up 
• Try to get as close to the edge as possible
• Call for help

If you see someone has fallen into the canal you should;

• Tell them to try to stand up
• Tell them to swim to the edge
• Call for help
• Do not try to pull them out as you might slip in too 
• Look for a life ring, if you find one try to put it in the water (it will be heavy so do not chuck it as you may fall)