Parents have many things on their mind when preparing for an afternoon at the pool. Parents need to make sure they have all their pool toys, snacks, water and towels ready. One important factor that is often overlooked by parents is the color of their child’s swimsuit. Although it may seem trivial, the color of a child’s swimsuit can have an impact on their safety when they are in the water.
Recent TikTok videos by swim instructor Nikki Scarnati have garnered more than 6.2 million views. This video raises awareness of the importance of colors in swimsuits for children’s security. Scarnati explains that any light blue or pastel color, as well as light tan, is dangerous because they blend into the water and make it hard to see the children, especially at the bottom. It can be difficult for parents or lifeguards to save a child who is in trouble quickly.
@springhill.isr Don’t do it! Why worry about the bathing suit for the splash pad. Buy bright bathing suits! #selfrescue #selfrescueswimming #selfrescueswim #watersafety #drowningpreventionawareness #springhillisd original sound – Spring Hill ISR Nikki Scarnati
Bright colors such as fluorescent orange, green and pink are safer options for children’s swimsuits. These colors are easily spotted in the water and make it easy to find children. It’s no accident that jackets tend to be bright orange. They are made to make them easily visible.
Accidents can happen very quickly, even if some parents believe that they are able to keep an eye on their kids. In such situations, every second counts. A child could easily fall underwater without warning. It is important to make sure that children are dressed in colors that are bright and easy to see when they swim.
What are the safest colors for children’s swimsuits?
In tests, experts found that the most visible was bright neon colors like oranges, yellows, and greens. These colors were more visible against the water and made it easier to see a child from afar. Popular swimsuit colors such as blues and Greens were almost non-existent, making it difficult to find a child.
The results of the tests also showed that light blue and white suits were amongst the most visible. In lakes, the white color appeared as a reflection of clouds or light on the surface. It blended in with the surrounding. White appeared light blue in pools with dark bottoms up close, but disappeared quickly as you moved further away. In pools with dark bottoms dark colors, such as swimsuits or dark colors that match the color of water, also disappear quickly. Dark colors, however, stand out more in pools with lighter bottoms. However, they can be easily mistaken for dirt, leaves or shadows.
Interesting, neon pink was visible in pools, but not in lakes. This shows that visibility can vary depending on where the water is.
These results show that choosing the right swimsuit color is crucial for your child’s safety in the pool. Choose neon colors such as orange, yellow and green to make your child more visible in the water. This will help lifeguards and parents spot them easier, especially when swimming in busy or crowded areas.
Experts advise parents to put their child’s safety first by selecting bright colors for swimwear that will stand out in water. Dressing children to ensure their safety is a priority, even though there are other things that need to be considered when planning a pool day. Parents can help their children learn to swim safely by following the advice of lifeguards and experienced swim instructors.
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