Central West NSW aquatic venues secure Royal Life Saving 5-star safety ratings

Six Belgravia Leisure-managed aquatic venues in NSW Central West region have all successfully achieved Royal Life Saving Society - Australia’s 5-Star Safety Rating.

Among these, three venues are amid transition, underscoring the team’s dedication to safety through intensive training and internal promotion for key leadership positions.

Royal Life Saving’s Aquatic Facility Safety Assessment (AFSA) process is a rigorous evaluation based on industry standards and has become the benchmark for assessing safety in aquatic facilities. Currently, among the 68 5-Star Aquatic Safety Partners, 25 Belgravia Leisure-managed aquatic venues hold this respected rating.

These recognitions signify a score of 90% or higher across 40 tough safety standards, which is no easy task, demanding a thorough safety approach. Belgravia Leisure has achieved an overall average of 97% 5-Star Score for our venues.

In a statement, Belgravia Leisure advised “we’re proud of our venues and teams for achieving exceptional results.

“Each venue has received a 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2023/24 period, Wellington Aquatic Leisure Centre received a perfect 100% score.

“Following closely, Geurie Pool and Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre secured an impressive 98%.

“Manning Aquatic Centre (Bathurst) and Forbes Olympic Pool achieved commendable scores of 96%, while Parkes Aquatic Centre attained a score of 92%, showcasing our commitment to safety across the board.”

The assessment criteria cover a broad spectrum, including health and safety systems, first aid, technical operations, facility design, supervision and programs. From emergency preparedness to lifeguard proficiency, from facility design to chemical handling protocols, every aspect is meticulously inspected to ensure the highest standards of safety are met.

Belgravia Leisure Regional Manager NSW (Central West), Zach Byrnes commented “we are proud to share that despite the challenges that come with transitioning into venues, our aquatic venues have achieved top-tier safety ratings that we can be proud of.

“These accomplishments underscore our unwavering commitment to excellence in water safety, ensuring that members and guests can enjoy our venues with confidence. Setting the standard for aquatic safety in our region remains our goal.”

Belgravia Leisure Dubbo Area Manager, Liv Stephenson added “as we reflect on a transition year for the Dubbo Region, I’m delighted to witness our aquatic venues rise to the challenge.

“It not only showcases our resilience but also sets a promising trajectory for continued excellence in the years ahead. I extend my heartfelt thanks to our dedicated teams and the local community groups whose support has been instrumental in navigating this journey.”

Click here to learn more about Royal Life Saving Society - Australia’s Aquatic Facility Safety Assessments.