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Recovering from COVID

WebPublished 2 February 2022. For the more than 1.8 million Australians who have been infected with Covid-19, overcoming the infection is just the beginning of the journey back to full health.. With medical professionals recommending a gradual return to exercise regardless of your fitness level prior to Covid-19, swimming is a great low-impact, gentle …

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Royal Life Saving Society

WebThe Royal Life Saving Summer Drowning Toll recorded 99 drowning deaths across Australia between 1 December 2023 and 29 February 2024. Tragically this is a 10% increase on the 90 drowning deaths recorded last summer and 5% increase on the 5-year average of 94 drowning deaths. Kids can't help themselves around water, you need to. KEEP WATCH.

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New Royal Life Saving Research Highlights Social Impacts …

WebPublished 10th November 2021. Increased social cohesion and improved health and wellbeing are two of the main social benefits of the Australian aquatic industry, a new report has found.

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How to Carry Out a Rescue Safely

WebAwareness. Recognise an emergency and accept responsibility. Assessment. Make an informed judgement. Action. Develop a plan and affect the rescue. Aftercare. Give aid until medical help arrives. Once a potential rescuer has recognised the situation and decided they need to act (Awareness) it is the Assessment and Action steps that become so

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WHA Resolution – accelerated action on global drowning …

WebPublished 29 May 2023. Royal Life Saving Society - Australia welcomes the adoption of the first World Health Assembly resolution on drowning prevention, during the 76th Assembly, 29 May 2023.. The WHA Resolution - “Accelerating action on global drowning prevention” seeks to mobilise the World Health Organization (WHO), governments, non-government …

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New Guidelines Aimed at Increasing Safety in Aquatic Facilities

WebPublished: 18 December 2023. NEW GUIDELINES AIMED AT INCREASING SAFETY IN AQUATIC FACILITIES RELEASED. Royal Life Saving Society – Australia and the National Aquatic Industry Committee have today released two new sets of Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations (GSPO).

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When to do a Water Quality Risk Management Plan

WebAppropriate risk management is a consistent recommendation under most public health frameworks for public aquatic facilities, swimming pools, spas and commercial swimming pools. Royal Life Saving recommends facility owners and operators comply with all local laws and to develop a Water Quality Risk Management Plan where this is recommended.

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World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011 Royal Life …

WebSeveral events provided the initial inspiration for Royal Life Saving Society – Australia to host the World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011. Not least of these was the emerging data revealed at the World Water Safety Conference in Portugal in 2007 that showed 96 percent of drowning occurs in low and middle income countries (LMICs

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Campaigns and Programs Royal Life Saving Society

WebRespect the River. Australia has many beautiful inland waterways including rivers, lakes, dams, lagoons, channels, and creeks, however they can pose safety risks. Royal Life Saving, with the support of the Australian Government are addressing these dangers.

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Strengthening the National Aquatic Workforce Royal Life Saving

WebThe national aquatic industry is made up of more than 2,000 publicly accessible aquatic facilities, contributing $9.1 billion annually in social, health and economic benefits to Australians and employs more than 65,000 workers. Staff working in the industry consistently highlight that their jobs help make a positive impact on people’s lives.

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THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF THE NATIONAL AQUATIC INDUSTRY

Web4 | RLSSA Report 2021 RLSSA Report 2021 | 5 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY While the financial value of the quantifiable economic and health benefits are more tangible

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Social Impact of Aquatic Industry

WebIncreased social cohesion and improved health and wellbeing are two of the main social benefits of the Australian aquatic industry, found a report prepared by Swinburne University and the Royal Life Saving Scoeity - Australia. The report launched 10th November 2021 found that far from just being a place to learn to swim, public pools for many

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Workplace Health and Safety Resources

WebSafe Work Australia is an Australian government body established in 2008 to develop national policy relating to Work Health Safety and workers’ compensation. Safe Work Australia provide resources and guidance relating to all types of work areas across the nation and the different risks and hazards they may pose. For the aquatic industry we

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COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the aquatic industry

WebRoyal Life Saving is closely monitoring the COVID-19 Pandemic through official sources including the Australian Government Department of Health, and State/Territory Government Departments of Health websites and advisories. The Prime Minister has today announced a ban on non-essential gatherings of 100 or more people …

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Non-Fatal Drowning Royal Life Saving Society

WebRoyal Life Saving research shows that in 2019/20, there were 504 non-fatal drowning incidents that required hospitalisation. We know people who survive a drowning incident often experience lifelong health issues, which in some cases, may lead to premature death. The emotional toll this has on families and loved ones is immense.

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National Aquatic Industry Committee

WebThe National Aquatic Industry Committee (NAIC) has the goal of strengthening the health, safety and viability of aquatic facility ownership and operations across Australia. The role of the committee is to: Communicate and advocate the Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations as industry standards developed by industry for industry.

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New Research Highlights International Visitor Drowning

WebA new research paper analysing 201 drowning deaths in international visitors over a ten-year period has found overseas tourists were the most likely to drown compared to other visitors to Australia. The research, published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, examined the factors in drowning deaths from 2008 to 2018 for

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BRONZE MEDALLION

Web8 AIM: To develop the level of knowledge, judgement, technique and physical ability required to carry out safe water rescues. MINIMUM AGE: 14 years or in the year in which the candidate turns 14. PREREQUISITE: It is advantageous if candidates hold the higher Swim and Survive and Bronze Star awards. THEORY (I) 1. Answer questions requiring …

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