Following recent tragic incidents of drowning in State, Lagos State Government has issued an urgent advisory to all public facilities, including beaches and swimming pools, to adhere strictly to the State's Swimming Pool Regulations of 2021.
The Director General, Lagos State Safety Commission, Lanre Mojola, said this measure is to ensure the safety of all residents and visitors engaging in aquatic activities.
In a Statement, Mojola described as unimaginable reported cases of increase in drowning incidents, with quantum loss of lives in the past few weeks across various locations, including hotel swimming pools, beaches, and the lagoon.
He extended government's deepest condolences to the families of the victims and commitment to preventing further loss of life.
According to him, the Lagos State Swimming Pool Regulations was established to create a sustainable safety culture, outline critical safety policies, standards, and practices key provisions which includes the presence of trained lifeguards, proper signages, incident reporting protocols, and restrictions on alcohol usage and fire around pool areas.
The Lagos Safety Commission Boss noted that it is imperative for all operators of public swimming facilities to comply with these regulations to prevent further incidences.
He furthermore urged government facility operators to ensure the presence of certified lifeguards during operational hours, display clear safety rules and emergency procedures, conduct regular safety audits and maintenance checks, rovide appropriate safety equipment, including first aid kits and as well enforce strict adherence to safety guidelines by all patrons.
Mojola declared that the Lagos State Government is taking proactive steps to enforce these regulations and will not hesitate to apply penalties to any facility found in violation as the safety of citizens and visitors is of utmost importance, hence the need for all to work together to prevent drowning and ensure a safe environment for aquatic activities.
For more information on the Lagos State Swimming Pool Regulations and safety tips, he enjoined residents to visit the Lagos State Safety Commission’s website on www.lasgsafety.com Whistle blowers should escalate any unsafe practices or infractions to 07000SAFETY
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