Related Sites
In our line of work we hear a lot of horror stories about non-complying pool barriers, so we’re committed to helping inform people about all issues to do with water safety. This page is a collection of links to websites that can help you and your family stay informed about staying safe around the pool and at the beach.
The Australian Water Safety CouncilThe Australian Water Safety Council was formed in February 1998 as a result of strong industry consultation and Federal Government support. It acts as a consultative forum comprising the major water and related government agencies. It presents key water safety issues to government, industry and the community. The Council is made up of peak organisations involved in water safety which are: Royal Life Saving Australia Surf Life Saving Australia AUSTSWIM Australian National Sportfishing Association Swimming Australia DAN Divers Alert Network Asia-Pacific Kidsafe – Child Accident Prevention Foundation of Australia Farmsafe Australia Surfing Australia – Australia’s Peak Surf Organisation Australian Leisure Facilities Association Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association ASC – Australian Sports Commission Australian Local Government Association |
Other important organisations concerned with water safety include:Swimming Pool Register of NSW (Includes checklists) Keep Watch (Royal Life Saving Society of Australia) Office of Sport and Recreation NSW Water Safety NSW Kidsafe NSW – water safety Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network NSW Fair Trading pool safety Local Govt pool & spa safety publication Pool safety barriers book from select NSW Councils Royal Life Saving Society – national drowning report The Samuel Morris Foundation St John’s Ambulance Australia (NSW) Hannah’s Foundation SPASA – The Swimming Pool and Spa Association |
