An Analysis of Risk Management Implementation in Aquatic Centers in Taiwan and a Review of Selected Law Cases

Abstract

Today, members of most institutions realize how important risk management practices are, but many encounter difficulties in putting such policies into practice (Hsiao, 2007). Most accidents have been associated with the absence of risk management plans and the failure to provide instruction in swimming. Because of the high rate of accidents in water-related activities, the focus of this research was to understand the management status of aquatic centers in schools, YMCAs, public/private communities, hotels, and theme parks in Taiwan; the risk management practices employed by these institutions; and associated legal concerns. The aforementioned institutions are believed to be in the most reasonable position to provide water safety education and swimming classes for children and adults in Taiwan. ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR