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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130
years of leadership.
Research
Australias leading evidence-base.
Credibility
Leaders in Industry Standards
Expertise
Unmatched industry-recognised
Background
Emergencies in aquatic environments demand quick, coordinated responses. For more than a century, Royal Life Saving has been at the forefront of preparing organisations for emergencies through research, guideline development, and training frameworks.
Our involvement in national and international standards ensures that every Emergency Action Plan we develop is informed by proven practices and aligned with contemporary safety expectations. This gives facilities confidence in their preparedness.
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Service Overview
We work with facilities to design Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) that reflect their unique risks and operational environments. Plans address a wide range of scenarios, from medical incidents and rescues to evacuations and extreme weather events.
Each EAP is developed in line with the GSPO and WHS legislation, and includes guidance on drills, staff training, and review processes. The outcome is a practical, living document that enhances readiness and builds staff confidence.
Benefits of the Service
Emergency Action Plans ensure that facilities are prepared to respond quickly and effectively when critical incidents occur. Staff gain confidence knowing their actions are guided by procedures that are practical, tested, and aligned with industry standards.
Procedures tailored to aquatic-specific emergencies.
Alignment with GSPO, WHS, and international benchmarks.
Guidance on drills, staff training, and plan reviews.
Improved staff readiness and emergency response capability.
