Drowning Prevention Week: Water Safety in the Home Water Safety in the Home There are water risks in and around the home, including in the garden and in the bath. A drowning child can’t speak or control their arms, so constant supervision from an adult is vital. A child should never be left alone in or around water, even for a few second. The Royal Life Saving Society have a key safety message - SAFE: Supervise at all times After use, cover it Fence it, gate it, or grill it Empty it, turn it Bath Safety Always supervise your baby in the bath. Get everything ready beforehand, and if you need to leave, take your baby with you. Bath seats aren’t safety devices - never leave a child unattended in one.