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read moreAiming to better understand the NSW aquatic industry as a collective by analysing and evaluating the risks to patron safety and highlighting areas that need improvement and development, the latest Royal Life Saving Society - NSW State of the Industry Report has identified a decline in assessments.
The report, covering the period 1st July 2020 to 30th June 2021, showcases current safety and compliance outcomes for aquatic facilities in NSW.
Some notable areas highlighted in the report:
• During 2020/21 there were 99 fatal drownings in NSW, of which, 84% were male. This was a 13% increase from the previous year, and a 5% increase over the 10 year average.
• During 2020/21 the Guideline for Safe Pool Operations (GSPO) online portal underwent a major upgrade, with the aim to make the guidelines more user-friendly and to ensure it is easy to find critical information within the guidelines.
• The new Australian Water Safety Strategy (AWSS) 2030 was launched and plays an essential role in National, State and Territory, and community approaches to preventing drowning and promoting safe use of the nation’s waterways and swimming pools. The AWSS 2030 presents a framework that:
Click here to view the full report.
For further information go to the Aquatic Safety Services website at drowningprevention.org.au
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