SAFE WATER SPORTS
Source: www.safewatersports.gr
Safe Water Sports is a non-profit social initiative aiming to provide information and raise public awareness on safety matters related to recreational water activities and water sports with emphasis on safety standards and the prevention of accidents.
It is estimated that approximately 50,000 Europeans (EE27) are injured annually while participating in recreational water sports and boating activities. Drowning is the second leading cause of deaths for children ranging from early infants years to 18 years of age. It has also been shown that local businesses that provide water related sports equipment or services have been associated with many injuries of varying type and form. However, such injuries most often are not triggered by faulty equipment or excessively dangerous conditions, but rather from the improper or inexperienced behavior of operators.
The adoption and implementation of safety regulations and standards in conjunction to providing detailed procedures and guidelines to all those involved in recreational water activities and sports will significantly reduce and prevent such injuries going forward.
What’s offered to citizens
- Information regarding the safety rules and conditions for water sports and recreational activities that must be adhered to. The Twelve Safety Measures Handbook is available for you to read and familiarize yourself with the basic rules and requirements that businesses, which lease recreational water equipment, must follow for your safety in addition to practical tips on specific sports (ex. water skis, tubing, kite surfs, etc.).
- Information regarding the local businesses available for the type of water sport or activity you are interested in. Consult our directory for helpful information such as the availability of licenses, the types of water activities authorized per business listed, the safety representatives and other pertinent information.
- Information regarding swimmers and safety of beach or sea areas that you are interested in. Details such as the availability of lifeguards, and other safety information such as depths (shallow or deep waters), currents, winds, type of coasts, etc.
- Information regarding ratings and customer feedback for each business listed so that you can make informed selections and decisions prior to setting out on your next water activity.
Safe Water Sports offers an online platform that incorporates a web site and mobile applications so that content can be easily accessible from any location.
Download our applications depending on your device (iOS, Android) or by visiting the website www.safewatersports.gr and discover the world of aquatics, sports and activities, under the realm of safety.
What is expected from citizens
The active participation and support of Safe Water Sports is the best way to enhance safety rules and standards surrounding all aquatic sports and activities. Safe Water Sports advises you each and every time you or your children participate in some water sport or activity, to rate (1-5 stars) and provide your detailed feedback regarding the business and services offered to you.
Your opinion has the power to assist businesses in identifying areas of improvement while promoting safety in our world. Your opinions matter, they have the power to influence, to make a difference and ultimately change our world, offering a brighter future to our children for which we can all be proud of.