The aquatic environment presents a range of unique safety risks,in, on or near the water, which need to be addressed by the education community.

The promotion of a water safety policy is an important step in the creation of a safety culture throughout the school and the community.

Adoption of a water safety policy indicates a specific recognition of, and commitment to, the water safety needs of students and staff by the school.

The WaterSafe Policy  for Schools has been developed to assist principals, boards of trustees, teaching staff and adult volunteers to imporve and promote water safety. It aims:

• To provide all children with a safe environment when engaged in activitiy in, on, or near water.
• To promote the teaching of sound water safety skills, knowledge and attitudes.

Order a copy from the WAI resource web page.

For further  information contact jan.taylor@watersafe.org.nz