FOI release

Lifebelts equipment

Case reference FOI2018/01182

Published 19 October 2018

Request

1. How many items of public rescue equipment (ie Lifebuoys, Lifebelts, Throw Lines or similar) does Guildford Borough Council maintain at inland or coastal water sites? (Excludes Swimming Pools)

2. What is the inspection routine for such items?

3. Who should the public contact to report items missing or damaged?

Response

1. 10

2. These are checked once a week.

Defective lifebuoys are removed and disposed of. Missing lifebuoys are replaced. The inspection regime involves checking the life ring for cracks, defects, missing ropes/fixings.

3. Parks@guildford.gov.uk

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