This presentation introduces children to the dangers of frozen water and teaches them how to stay safe around frozen ponds, lakes, rivers and reservoirs during winter. Through simple explanations, discussion points and a short quiz, learners discover why ice can be unpredictable, what to do in an emergency, and the importance of the Float to Live message. This resource was created and contributed by County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service.
How To Use
Use this presentation as a whole-class safety awareness session during the winter months. Work through each slide, encouraging discussion about the risks of frozen water and safe behaviours around ice. Reinforce the key emergency actions, including calling 999, never attempting a rescue, and using the Float to Live technique. Conclude with the quiz to check understanding and recap the key safety messages.
The lesson plan can be found linked below.
