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No Excuse for Abuse

Abuse, aggression, or harassment towards staff or patrons in the facility will not be tolerated — under any circumstances.

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Why this campaign matters

The following outlines why this campaign is important and the value it delivers to the aquatic industry, its workforce and the communities it serves.

Workplace Violence

Around 90% of workers have experienced occupational violence and aggression (OVA).

Reported Incidents

Around 2,000 incidents of OVA are reported each year across the sector.

Frequent Abuse

Around 25% of workers experience OVA frequently in the workplace.

Industry Workforce

Around 85,000 workers across Australia are employed in the aquatic and recreation sector.

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Campaign Objectives

The following objectives outline the intended focus and outcomes of the campaign and provide a framework for guiding its implementation and measuring its success.

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Promote respectful behaviour across all aquatic facilities and workplaces.

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Equip staff and organisations to prevent and respond to abuse and aggression.

3

Drive industry-wide adoption of a zero-tolerance approach to occupational violence and aggression.
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Whats included

Campaign Toolkit 
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Range of Posters and Signage
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Brochures and Fact Sheets
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Digital Screen Content
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Implementation Guides
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Ongoing Updates and Support
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Campaign Branding and Social Assets
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Staff Resources and Training
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How you can get involved

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Program Partner

Access everything you need to deliver a consistent, professional program across your facility, including premium resources, signage, staff materials, training and annual updates.

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Campaign Supporter

Access the free campaign toolkit and digital resources to help you launch, promote and support the campaign at your facility, empowering your staff and community with consistent messaging and practical resources.

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