News: Safety

Orange Aquatic Centre lifeguards threatened with abusive behaviour during free entry period

An end of season report presented to Orange City Council on 19th March detailed a steep increase in the amount of abuse suffered by staff at the Orange Aquatic Centre during a free…

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Mar 22, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Aquatics / Safety /

 
 

Swimmers in South Australia and Victoria warned over potentially chlorine-resistant parasite in public pools

Users of public pools and aquatic play areas across South Australia and Victoria are being warned about a surge in gastroenteritis cases, potentially caused by a chlorine-resistant…

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Mar 22, 2024 Aquatics / Safety / Wellness /

 
 

Life Floor announces Grassports Australia as new partner

Life Floor (Australia and New Zealand) Managing Director Grant Burgess has announced the appointment of Grassports Australia as Life Floor dealer representative and installer for Victoria…

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Mar 22, 2024 Aquatics / Play / Safety / Waterparks /

 
 

Ballina Shire Council installs new Beach Safety equipment

Ballina Shire Council,  located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, has recently installed new Beach Safety equipment to improve the safety and first aid…

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Mar 21, 2024 Aquatics / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

WorkSafe Queensland prosecution alleges safety failures in Daintree zip line fatality

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland’s prosecution of the Director of Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours has alleged a failure to comply with workplace health and safety regulations over…

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Mar 21, 2024 Attractions / Environment / Legal / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Risk Management seminar aims to prepare leisure industry professionals for major disruptions and disasters

Risk management specialists the Mindful Risk Group are staging a half day seminar aimed at risk management professionals and those with a responsibility for risk in all areas of…

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Mar 21, 2024 Insurance / Legal / Safety / Security /

 
 

National Aquatics Symposium focuses on robust framework to ensure sustainable workforce

The recently held National Aquatic Workforce Symposium convened by Royal Life Saving Australia and the National Aquatic Industry Committee, attracted 50 industry leaders with a…

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Mar 19, 2024 Aquatics / Education / Events / Safety /

 
 

2024 APOLA Conference to argue for investment in drowning prevention

With professional lifeguards concerned at the high level of ocean and open water drownings, the annual conference of the Australian Professional and Ocean Lifeguards Association (APOLA) is…

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Mar 19, 2024 Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

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