I saved my mum's life... THANKS TO BONDI RESCUE

After he bravely rescued his drowning mum, Woman’s Day helped this courageous youngster meet his hero Hoppo

Pool safety checklist

Never leave a child alone around water. You should actively supervise children, even if they can swim.

Follow public pool rules and set rules for your pool at home – ensure the rules are enforced and followed by your children.

Install and maintain adequate fencing that complies with the appropriate standards.

First-aid skills should be updated every three years, and CPR skills annually.

If you’re going to a public pool, ask the front desk staff or lifeguard for safety advice.

Check the depth and be aware of where the depth may change.

Bruce “Hoppo” Hopkins has seen his fair share of water rescues while patrolling Bondi Beach, but not many have impressed him as much as youngster Jesse Tait – who recently saved his mum from drowning in their backyard pool.

Jesse’s heroic actions were all down to watching Bondi Rescue, and seeing how lifeguard Hoppo saved people’s lives. The nine-year old remembered a first-aid technique he’d seen on his favourite show, and put it in to action in order to save his mum’s life.