There’s no hiding how much Australian’s love the water. It has become part of our culture, and it’s for this reason why learning to swim in Australia is so important.  While not all childcare schemes and services will allow their educators to take children on an outing to the local community swimming pool, some will.  Before any outing can be approved, great care and consideration is to be given to the risks and dangers associated with such an activity.
 
This detailed multi-page risk benefit assessment template will guide you through what you need to consider when preparing an outing to the public swimming pool.
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Information about why it's important to teach Australian children to swim
What to consider for assessment and rating
Completing a risk assessment form
Identified risks and management:
venue safety check
before going on the outing
during the outing
first aid and medical assistance
child safety and management
weather
children attending swimming lessons
after the activity
References and articles of interest
 
You'll also receive a risk assessment checklist, to help keep you organised and on track.
 
NB: This product does not include risk assessment information for transporting children (travel to-from the venue).  Information for these items can be accessed separately.