2013-2014 Lifesaver patrol statistics (as of 14/01/14): Preventative actions: 9,028 Minor first aid: 313 Major first aid: 27 Total first aid: 340 Total rescues: 147
There are now over 40,000 junior surf lifesavers (Nippers) in Australia. Children can join the program from as young as seven years old. The aim of the junior program is to give children surf awareness and surf safety skills so that they can keep themselves safe at the beach.
Clubs protected more than 8.5 million people last season.
Facts about drowning deaths 291 people drowned in Australia between 1 July 2012 and 30 June 2013. Gender and Age: