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The National Water Safety Council (NWSC) is the leading organisation in promoting water safety in Singapore. |
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Following the recommendations of the Water Safety Taskforce, the NWSC was formed in 2007 as the national coordinating body to drive and sustain initiatives overseeing water safety. A copy of the Taskforce's final report can be downloaded here: Full version |
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The Council, building upon the foundation laid by the Taskforce, has set itself the following tasks: |
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- Promote a water safety culture among all Singaporeans
- Initiate and coordinate public education efforts on water safety in swimming pools and open waters
- Increase children's participation in water survival and swimming programmes through various platforms
- Work with the relevant government agencies to promote and encourage designs of aquatic facilities that enhance water safety
- Embark on further research on issues related to the prevention of drowning
- Establish national water safety standards.
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The Council, appointed on a two-year term, comprises members from the people, private and public sectors. The Council is currently into its second term and is chaired by Dr Teo Ho Pin, Mayor of North West CDC and Honorary Advisor to the Singapore Life Saving Society. Please refer to the link for the list of NWSC members: List of Council Members |
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For more information on the NWSC, kindly contact the NWSC Secretariat at 6354 8246. |
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