Key Priorities
In order to reduce the rate of drowning, near drowning and water related injuries, the Northern Territory Water Safety Plan 2008-2011 focuses on four key priority areas: 1. Public Awareness Describes actions to improve coordination, planning, development and implementation of water safety education and awareness strategies for stakeholders and the community. 2. Education Describes actions aimed at establishing and developing minimum skill levels for school aged children and improving the quality of, and access to, water safety related resources. 3. Standards, Legislation and Compliance Describes actions aimed at identifying gaps and making recommendations for a coordinated approach regarding legislation, regulations, policies and standards. 4. Information and Monitoring Describes actions regarding research, monitoring and assessment of data collection of drowning and water related incidents. Research needs to be undertaken to ensure that existing programs, services and strategies remain effective and to identify future initiatives and directions. To receive a free copy of the Northern Territory Water Safety Plan 2008 - 2011 phone the Water Safety Branch on 1300 301 059 or send an email to watersafety@nt.gov.au. |