Never use barbecues or campfires in the countryside as they can easily spread

Never leave a barbecue unattended, especially when there are children or pets around

Make sure your barbecue is well away from sheds, fences, trees, shrubs or garden waste

Keep children, garden games and pets well away from the cooking area

Only light a barbecue with appropriate fuels, NEVER use petrol or white spirit

Always keep water nearby or sand nearby for emergencies

Enjoy yourself but don’t drink too much if you are in charge of a barbecue

Ensure the barbecue is cool before attempting to move it

Only use it on an even surface, such as concrete, bricks or paving slabs

Place it well away from the house, shed or fences

Ensure it has cooled before putting it in the bin. To avoid starting a fire you should allow it to cool for several hours and then consider pouring water over it to make sure it's completely out.

The water is often a lot colder than you expect – which can cause cramps and make it hard to move. Just because you can swim well in a heated swimming pool doesn't mean you'll be able to swim well in cold water

There may be hidden currents

It is difficult to estimate how deep water is before you get in. If it’s too shallow you are at risk of injuring yourself if you jump in and equally deep water may lead you to get into difficulties

You might not be able to get out, steep, slimy banks or sides can make getting out impossible

There is no way of knowing what hazards lies beneath the surface of the water; shopping trolleys, sharp metal and broken bottles are just a few things that may be lurking

If the water is polluted it could make you seriously ill. For example, Weil’s disease is a form of infection that can be caught through contact with contaminated fresh water