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2021
Better Safe Than Sorry
Lifeguard Lily Barrett enters the water at Spanish Point, Co. Clare. Photo: Clem McInerney
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Better Safe
a Message from the Chairman of Water Safety ireland
Than Sorry
Better Safe Than Sorry
Memories From The Last DecadeOur commissions, committees and working groups have been busy
As the Chairman of Water Safety Ireland, I take particular delight in sport and continue to work and plan ahead to competitions in 2021. The
greeting all members of WSI to Calendar 2021. I wish to thank you and to through 2020 meeting their targets despite the circumstances. big Sport project of 2020 for the Sport Commission was the completion
acknowledge the tremendous voluntary work you undertake nationwide of the Level 1 Lifesaving Sport Coach Manual, which thanks to the
Through continued government funding and sponsorship, we were able
throughout the entire year. This year’s calendar takes a look back at expertise and commitment of our Tutors, will be available by the end of
to roll out our new brand message ‘Better Safe Than Sorry’ and deliver
distinctive moments from the last decade, featuring images from the 2020. This will enhance our new coaching structure.
a number of national marketing campaigns during the year to highlight
last ten years. It is brought to you with the support of several sponsors,
the dangers of our waters, across radio, online and out of home The Swimming Commission were forced to cancel many of their
to whom I extend our grateful appreciation.
promotions. This year’s winter campaign targets at-risk groups and courses. However, they remained committed and busy. They worked
2020, as you all know has not been a normal year. Covid-19 has encourages everybody to practice water safety. The critical importance with the Education Commission in reviewing the PAWS programme.
challenged our organisation to carry out our activities in different ways. of these awareness campaigns is perhaps most tragically reflected They have used their time by reviewing all swimming related
Individual members of WSI, Water Safety Area Committees and members in the fact that thirty children aged fourteen and under drowned in documents. This included the Pool Safety Guideline document which is
of the public have been in touch on a regular basis especially with our ten years. I wish to express my gratitude to the Strategic Marketing ready to go to print. They have also liaised with the Rescue Commission
Technical Committee and Head Office making queries about courses. Commission for delivering targeted, consistent messages to those who on the implementation of the Swimming Pool Risk Assessment.
You have demonstrated your spirit of volunteerism in so doing as your need it most and practical safety advice to the Irish public.
Perhaps one of the hardest working Commissions is the Audit, Risk and
intentions are altruistic and benevolent, in keeping with the spirit of WSI.
During 2020, the Education Commission standardised the WSI child HR Commission. I thank them for their demanding work. Overseeing
Unfortunately, in many cases our response was to inform you that protection training using an online platform. They modified the PAWS Commissions and maintaining focus on the needs of our members, the
courses, such as our Summer Weeks Programme, could not proceed. programme for delivery by parents and guardians during the Covid-19 Technical Committee has also been especially busy.
In this context we must remember that our organisation is a Statutory Lockdown. They commenced the revamp of the JAWS programme for
I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to each
Body so we must ensure that we follow carefully the guidelines put in 2nd level students and have also started to develop a Water Safety
of the Committees, Commissions and Working Groups, and especially
place by our Government. programme for 3 - 5 year olds.
the Chairs who have remained focused throughout the year.
From this perspective I especially wish to highlight the excellent work WSI’s Lifeguard Commission successfully organised a Pool Lifeguard
At this time of year in particular, our thoughts are with the families of
of our Winter and Summer Course Organisers over many years. We look Tutor course this year for 26 candidates in January (just before the
those members who have passed away. I am also conscious of the
forward to meeting many of you at our Awards Ceremony in 2021. Covid-19 pandemic) and have provided safety advice, on-line training,
number of members who have lost family members themselves. We
amended Syllabi & new processes of instruction that will greatly
This 2021 Calendar is brought to you in a spirit of optimism. We look extend our deepest sympathies to all families who are feeling their loss.
assist our membership in how we recommence our Lifesaving and
with confidence to getting back to teaching and instructing, and to Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.
Lifeguarding classes again.
recognising the dedication and energy of our instructors nationwide. You
I wish to thank each member of the Council for their commitment and
are the backbone of Water Safety Ireland: the pillar and the mainstay. The Rescue Commission have managed the VAT Exemption Inspections
dedication to ensuring that 2020 was successfully completed. I look
with the Department of the Marine surveyor appointed by the IRCG, plus
The number of lives saved and aquatic accidents avoided as a result of forward with confidence to the continued growth of our organisation
a Rescue Commission Working Group member. Training of the Community
the work carried out by all of our active volunteers can never be fully and a Covid-19 free future.
Rescue Boats volunteers is on hold for the present due to Covid-19. Working
enumerated although one figure that brings home the importance of
group members continue to give technical advice and support to members The staff of Water Safety Ireland’s Head Office provide essential support
their work is the number of rescues actioned by Lifeguards each year,
as required. There are ongoing positive discussions with IRCG and RNLI all year round. Without them we could not deliver our objectives. I
a figure that reached almost 500 this summer. These same Lifeguards,
on training and development. A Rescue Commission member has been would like to thank them for their continued hard work and especially in
trained and assessed by Water Safety Ireland administered first aid on
appointed as Chairperson of Health & Safety group under the SAR forum. adapting to the new arrangements resulting from Covid-19.
3,450 occasions and reunited with their loved ones, a total of 251 lost
children found wandering alone by the water’s edge. We acknowledge here also the invaluable work of the Surf Rescue Boats As we conclude 2020, I wish you and your loved one’s good health and
Commission. happiness for the festive season. I hope you enjoy the fellowship of
friends new and old and cherish the company of family, in this season of
2020 was a difficult year for Lifesaving Sport with all competitions
loving and sharing. Let’s all stay safe in these most unusual times.
cancelled, However, over the summer months many counties went to
great lengths to plan and safely organise training for Junior and Senior Martin O’Sullivan.
athletes. It is so important to ensure our athletes stay in touch with their Chairman, Water Safety Ireland
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January 2021 Better Safe
Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday tUesday Wednesday thUrsday friday satUrday sUnday
2016 1 2 3
new year’s day
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All smiles on the rocky path to a WSI Seal Award at Cappa Pier, 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Kilrush, Co. Clare Summer Swim Week. Photo: Sinead Mortell
Notes:
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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February 2021 Better Safe
Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday tUesday Wednesday thUrsday friday satUrday sUnday
2015 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Council Meeting
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Valentine’s day
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shrove/
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ash Wednesday
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Pancake
tuesday
Competitors at the National Surf Lifesaving Championships at
Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow. Photo: Sean Oldham
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Notes:
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Memories From The Last Decade MONDAY
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training course on Howth beach, Co. Dublin. Photo: Ronan Kelly World Water Day
Local Authorities
Beach Lifeguard
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Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
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Competitors Eoin Gleeson and Rory Sexton show their running 18
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ability on sand in the Flags event at the Celtic Cup, Wales. Water Safety Water Safety
Photo: Mona Sexton, Co. Clare Development Development
Officer’s Officer’s
Conference, Conference,
Notes: Kerry Kerry
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Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
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New Year’s Day IRB Training IRB Training
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Ireland’s Junior Lifeguard Programme at Coral Leisure Centre, European
Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. Photo: Gerry Brennan Maritime Day
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Juniors & Seniors Juniors &for
Seniors
National Pool WSACs
Nationalto
Pool
Championships, submit year-end
Championships,
UL Sport Arena, financial
UL reports
Sport Arena,
Limerick Limerick
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
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New Skipper
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National National National National National National National
Water Safety Water Safety Water Safety Water Safety Water Safety Water Safety Water Safety
Awareness Week Awareness Week Awareness Week Awareness Week Awareness Week Awareness Week Awareness Week
Defence Forces members taking part in water safety classes 18
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in the Curragh Pool, Co. Kildare. Photo: Bob Farrell
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Nationwide Deadline for
Summer Classes WSACs to WSACs to
Commence request grant submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
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Erika McCarthy and Bebhinn Crowley in Board Rescue Final 18
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at Junior All-Ireland Championships, Curracloe, Co. Wexford.
Photo: Alice Crowley
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Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
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for life. Tara McEvoy (Clare) and Aisling Barry (Cork) competing
in the European Junior Lifesaving Championships at the UL
Sport Arena in Limerick. Photo: Josephine Kelly
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Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Better Safe
Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
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THURSDAY friday
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New Year’s Day
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World Suicide
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Prevention Day
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National National National National
Ploughing Ploughing Ploughing Ploughing
Championships, Championships, Championships, Championships,
Laois Laois Laois Laois
Water Safety Ireland trained Lifeguards Triona McMenamin & 18
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Patricia Brennan take up Lifeguarding duties on Byron Bay
Beach, Australia. Photo: Triona McMenamin, Co. Donegal
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Deadline for
Water Safety
Area Committee’s WSACs to
National Seminar, submit year-end
Mullingar financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
WEDNESDAY thUrsday
THURSDAY friday
FRIDAY satUrday
SATURDAY sUnday
SUNDAY
2016 1 2 3
New Year’s Day
4 5 6
Council Meeting
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WSI volunteer Stephen O’Toole demonstrates Basic Life 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Support to visitors at the National Ploughing Championships,
Co. Laois. Photo: Anne Marie Maher
Notes:
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Deadline for
Public holiday halloween
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
WEDNESDAY thUrsday
THURSDAY friday
FRIDAY satUrday
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The sun sets over Inishturk island as beach Lifeguard 18
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Doireann Dever prepares to lower the beach flag on National Awards
Carrowniskey beach, Co. Mayo on the very last day of the Ceremony
season. Photo: Doireann Dever
Notes:
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29 26
30 27 28 29 30 31
Deadline for
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
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Than Sorry
Memories From The Last Decade Monday
MONDAY tUesday
TUESDAY Wednesday
WEDNESDAY thUrsday
THURSDAY friday
FRIDAY satUrday
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Council Meeting New Year’s Day World Volunteer
Day
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Declan Martin on his way to winning Sligo’s Lough Gill Swim 18
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10k open water swim in aid of North West Hospice. Photo: Christmas eve Christmas day st. stephen’s
Liam Maloney day
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Deadline for
Public holiday Public holiday new year’s eve
WSACs to
submit year-end
financial reports
Water Safety Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Supported by Dublin City Council, Wicklow County Council, Limerick City & County Council, Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Kildare County Council, Clare County Council, Donegal County Council, Laois County Council Event dates are subject to Covid-19 related guidance. Please check watersafety.ie for regular updates.
2609920 Water Safety Ireland Calendars for 2021_Padraig.indd 14 15/12/2020 11:25WATER SAFETY ireland Better Safe
the statutory, voluntary body and registered charity establishedThan Sorry
to promote water safety and reduce drownings in Ireland.
Memories From The Last Decade
Our focus is on Public Awareness c) Many qualifications such as our 2. Promotion: and other awards that recognise
and Education. Tragically, an average Pool and Beach Lifeguarding a) Research, analysis and publication volunteerism and partnerships that
of 120 people drown in Ireland each Awards are recognised of drowning statistics that inform promote water safety at national
year, eleven every month. We strive to internationally; policy and enable effective and local level.
reduce these fatalities by increasing d) Beach Lifeguards are trained targetting of those at risk of 3. Partnerships:
water safety awareness and by and tested by our examiners for drowning;
changing attitudes and behaviours so a) Local Authorities, state agencies,
the Local Authorities prior to the b) National and local media to build
that our aquatic environments can be private enterprises and coroners
annual summer season each year; a public awareness of coastal and
enjoyed with confidence and safety. on matters relating to water safety,
e) Trained Lifesavers compete in inland water safety; the provision of Public Rescue
WHAT WE DO: provincial and national Lifesaving c) Publications, courses, advice and Equipment and Lifeguarding
Championships and at International locations nationwide;
1. Education: campaigns in print and online
level; that promote water safety and
a) An education syllabus that teaches b) The Marine Safety Working Group
f) Risk Assessments on bathing areas target at-risk groups in all aquatic and the Irish Marine Search and
swimming, lifesaving, water
and waterways nationwide that activities so that the public Rescue Committee to promote
confidence, safety, survival, rescue
may pose a particular risk to the adheres to best practices; maritime safety;
skills and basic life support;
public, in order to make them safer; d) Supporting the work of over 5,000
b) Courses are provided nationwide c) A range of organisations to
g) Train and examine rescue boat volunteer members and those help reduce the high number of
to the general public and also to
crews for the Community Inshore volunteering and commercially drownings by suicide;
children as part of the primary
Rescue Services and administer delivering swimming, lifesaving and
school curriculum in classrooms, d) Conferences, lectures and
associated VAT refunds. basic life support training;
pools and open water nationwide; demonstrations to Local
h) Water safety training for those e) A National Water Safety Awards Authorities, Government Agencies,
working near aquatic environments Ceremony that includes the NGOs, schools, Colleges and
in the public and private sector. “Seiko Just-In-Time” Rescue Award members of the public.
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Water Safety Safe
Ireland The Long Walk, Galway, H91 F602
Than
Tel: +353 (0)91 564400 Sorry
Lo-Call Number (within Ireland): 1890 420 202
Email: info@watersafety.ie www.watersafety.ie
Memories From The Last Decade
Memories From The Last Decade
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