RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY
Royal Life saving unifies drowning prevention efforts through research, advocacy and stakeholder collaboration
EDUCATION
Royal Life saving provides water safety education for the community, to ensure everyone knows how to participate safely around water.
SWIM TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS
Royal Life Saving supports swim teachers and schools with training, resources, and national standards to deliver safe, effective, and inclusive aquatic education.
LEARN TO SWIM
Royal Life Saving’s Learn to Swim programs build vital water safety and swimming skills that help prevent drowning and support lifelong confidence in the water.
Workforce development
Royal Life Saving brings stakeholders together to unify efforts, share expertise and deliver impactful solutions.
COURSES
Royal Life Saving offers a wide range of training courses suitable for community members and all levels of aquatic industry professionals.
LIFESAVING PROGRAMS
Royal Life Saving’s programs build rescue and resuscitation skills to help individuals respond confidently in aquatic emergencies.
LIFESAVING SPORT
Royal Life Saving offers members the opportunity to participate in Pool Lifesaving Sport at all skill levels.
ROYAL LIFE SAVING
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100+
Assessments Conducted
10,000+
Hours Assessing Facilities
70+
Checkpoint of Assessment
130
Years of Service
Background
Decisions made in the design stage of an aquatic facility can have lasting impacts on safety, accessibility, and efficiency. Poorly considered layouts may create supervision blind spots, maintenance issues, or barriers to inclusion. Expert design assessments provide assurance that safety and function are built into the foundation of every project.
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Service Overview
Royal Life Saving’s Facility Design Assessments support the planning and development of new facilities, refurbishments, or upgrades. Our experts review plans and site features to ensure safety, supervision, accessibility, and functionality are prioritised from the design stage.
This service identifies risks early, provides recommendations aligned with GSPO and Australian Standards, and ensures designs are practical for both patrons and operators. By embedding safety in the design process, facilities are better positioned for long-term success.
Benefits of the Service
Engaging Royal Life Saving early in the design process reduces costly redesigns and helps ensure facilities are safe, inclusive, and efficient to operate. Communities benefit from spaces that meet diverse needs and provide safe aquatic experiences.
Key benefits include:
Expert review of plans against safety and design standards.
Early identification of risks and design improvements.
Cost savings by avoiding later modifications.
Facilities designed for long-term safety, access, and efficiency.
How does it work?
Planning
We work with our clients to understand your specific needs
Assessment
Our highly qualified and experienced team conduct the Assessment
Evaluation
Performance is evaluated against regulation, standards and best practice
Reporting
A comprehensive report is provided with findings and recommendations
