Authors: Alexander Appiah, Dominic Armah
Abstract: – Drowning remains a significant public health concern particularly in recreational environments such as swimming pools. This study investigates the risk perception of drowning among pool users and the factors influencing safety behaviors. Utilizing a mixed- methods approach, data were collected through structured interviews and questionnaires administered via the QIC Collect mobile application. A total of 381 respondents participated providing insights into their awareness of drowning risks and their behavioral responses to these risks. The findings reveal a high level of awareness regarding the dangers of drowning with 82.8% of respondents acknowledging it as a serious risk. The research underscores the importance of translating awareness into proactive safety measures such as closer supervision of children and enhanced swimming education. Recommendations for policy frameworks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are proposed to improve safety practices in pool environments.
