Risk Assessments

The Aquatic Risk Check and Management Form is a mandatory risk assessment, required by SLSA to be completed by an accredited coach, activity leader, water safety supervisor or training officer before commencing any water-based activities.

The Aquatic Activity Risk Check and Management Form has been designed and developed to assist clubs and

Branches with risk management and assessment procedures and to ensure the safety of members. As per the SLSA requirement, it is mandatory for a risk assessment of the selected area to be conducted before the commencement of any water based lifesaving activities. This includes but is not limited to:

• Lifesaving activities for Surf Life Saving members (including Junior Activities)
• Lifesaving activities for members of the public
• Competition activities for Surf Life Saving members

Branches will regulate the use of the form to ensure that all clubs are complying with SLSA requirements and to guarantee that all members of the association are operating within a safe environment.

The SLSA Aquatic Activity Risk Check and Management Form can be found in the SLSA Policy 1.01a – Water Safety Procedure. The form is also available as a mobile app through SLSA. For access to the app, download and complete F049 – IT Systems Access Form, by visiting visit the SLSA Members Portal: Library> Governance> Policies, Forms, SOPs and more > Forms > SLSA.

Junior Risk check and management form

Branches may have additional requirements in regards to the use of the form. Please make sure you check with your relevant branch for further details.