Life-Saving Lessons: Firefighter Tommy Richardson’s Mission to Prevent Drownings Across the UK - Beyond the Surface Ep. 2.

Firefighter Tommy Richardson joins host Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE to discuss how personal tragedy inspired real change in UK water safety. Get the facts, practical advice and behind-the-scenes stories from the front lines of rescue and prevention.

Here's what you'll learn in this episode:

• The 2013 water incident that changed Tommy’s life and sparked new national safety efforts
• How the Waterside Responder Scheme was created—and what it’s achieved so far
• The impact of water rescue work on mental health for emergency responders
• Essential water safety tips every parent and teen should know
• How you can get involved in water safety advocacy in your area

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

04:55 Water Safety Advocacy Catalyst

06:46 Advocating for Water Safety Awareness

12:16 "Throw Bag Water Rescue Proposal"

12:55 Collaborative Donation Effort Initiation

18:20 Managing Emotional Impact of Incidents

19:53 Communication Disparities and Expectations

24:38 Join Waterside Responder Community

26:55 Essential Swimming Skills for Kids

30:12 Resisting Peer Pressure

33:07 Summer Tragedy in Chester

35:56 "Ending the Unwanted Club"

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