Drowning Incident Report Writing Example [Edit & Download]

Header Information
Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Lakeview Community Pool
Reported by: Samantha Lee, Lifeguard on Duty

Description of the Incident
At approximately 1:45 PM, a near-drowning incident occurred at the Lakeview Community Pool involving a young child, approximately 8 years old. The child was found struggling in the deep end of the pool, where he had accidentally ventured beyond his depth.

Parties Involved

• Samantha Lee: Lifeguard, responded to the emergency.
• Timothy Richards: Child, victim of the near-drowning incident.
• Jessica Richards: Mother of Timothy, present at the scene.
• Other Pool Patrons: Witnesses who alerted the lifeguard.

Actions Taken

• The incident was promptly noticed by pool patrons who alerted me, the lifeguard on duty. I immediately jumped into the pool and brought Timothy to the surface.
• CPR was administered as Timothy was unresponsive and not breathing. After several compressions and rescue breaths, Timothy expelled water and began breathing on his own.
• Emergency medical services were called and arrived at the scene within minutes. Timothy was transported to the hospital for further observation and treatment.
• The pool area was temporarily closed for a safety review and to provide a report to the authorities.
• Jessica Richards, Timothy’s mother, was assisted in accompanying her son to the hospital and provided with information on the incident and subsequent actions taken.

Recommendations for Future Prevention

1. Swim Proficiency Tests: Implement mandatory swim proficiency testing for children before allowing access to deeper pool sections.
2. Increased Supervision: Ensure that multiple lifeguards are on duty during peak hours, providing comprehensive coverage of all pool areas.
3. Safety Signage and Information: Enhance the visibility of safety signs around the pool, clearly marking the transition to deeper water.
4. Parental/Guardian Awareness Programs: Conduct regular educational sessions for parents and guardians on pool safety and emergency response protocols.
5. Regular Safety Drills: Regularly conduct safety drills for all pool staff to ensure readiness and prompt response in case of similar incidents.

Attachments

• Emergency Response Report: Details the lifesaving procedures performed and the response times of emergency services.
• Witness Statements: Accounts from other patrons who witnessed the incident, confirming the sequence of events.
• Hospital Admission Report: A brief from the hospital detailing Timothy’s condition upon arrival and the immediate treatments administered.
• Safety Review Report: Findings from the post-incident safety review conducted at the pool.