The document outlines 7 factors that can lead to injury or death from near drowning: 1) being improperly supervised or unsupervised, 2) being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, 3) engaging in risky behavior while trying to impress others, 4) participating in breath holding games, 5) lacking basic water safety skills or confidence, 6) underestimating the dangers of deep water or pool dynamics, and 7) ending up under water without an oxygen supply. The author developed these factors after their own minor near drowning experience and hopes this information can be used as a tool to prevent drownings.