Despite pool safety education and law changes, the number of child drownings in Australia has increased for the second year in a row, with the backyard swimming pool again the biggest killer for children under the age of five. Queensland recorded the second highest number of drownings behind New South Wales, and is now making it mandatory for all pool fences to comply with safety requirements within five years. Pools will also be subject to safety inspections. The Royal Life Saving Society says parental supervision is the key to preventing drowning, and urges parents to familiarise their children with water and have up-to-date resuscitation skills.
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