Beach Safety Incursion Program teaching kids to stay safe in honour of drowning victim Ricky Harris
Mandurah Surf Life Saving Club is a group of passionate young life -saving, transforming tragedy into hope with a new initiative that already makes waves in local schools.
The beach safety program, which was created in memory of Ricky Harris, a very popular member of Surf Club, drowned earlier this year, offers free, intra -school training to primary school students.
43 -year -old Mr. Harris drowned in the Gulf of Bremer on January 14th and tried to save two children from a strong Rip trend, including his own son.
Mr. Harris became unresponsive and moved to the shore and was given CPR. Bremer Mr was taken to his nurse, but he could not be saved.
The program, directed by trained young volunteers, teaches children how to remain safe on the beach – Rip currents, beach flags and signs, emergency procedures and solar security.
Sessions are interactive and interesting by combining real stories with games and shows, and are warmly adopted by both schools and wider community.
Teachers praise the program for associated presentation and age -appropriate learning style.
Speaking in Parliament on Thursday, Mandurah Deputy Rhys Williams emphasized both the courage of Mr. Harris and the hope of inspiration from young women leading the program: “This program is a great way to honor Ricky’s passion for surfing and ocean.
“It is a permanent tribute that transforms a personal tragedy into a positive message for our community. Mandurah is a coastal city, it is vital for our children to learn how to remain safe on the beach from an early age.”
Mullaloo Club Youth Director Stacey Bower praised young volunteers for their courage and compassion.
“They received a personal tragedy and turned him into a message of hope, power and purpose, B said Bower said.
“They don’t just share the beach security tips, they create awareness, create flexibility, and really make a difference in our community.”
The Harris family, which helps to shape the program, expressed their gratitude.
“Ricky loved the ocean. We are proud to see that his memory is honored to help protect others. This program is a strong tool for a beautiful tribute and change. This is just more than security, about honoring Ricky’s legacy and being sure that no family should go through.”
The program, which is offered to schools free of charge, supports the health and physical education curriculum, and supporters say that it already makes a difference in a class.
