Mahony, LisaMasson, VeritySwain, David2008-05-212008-05-212002Mahony, L., Masson, V. & Swain, D. (2002). Accidental immersion and unintentional drowning of rural children: An investigation for the Child Accident Prevention Foundation of New Zealand. 2001-2002 Summer Research Scholarship report for the Child Accident Prevention Foundation New Zealand (CAPFNZ). Hamilton, New Zealand: Department of Societies and Cultures, University of Waikato.https://hdl.handle.net/10289/788In New Zealand drowning amongst preschoolers is one of the leading causes of death. The monetary and emotional costs to society are devastating and cannot be underestimated . The need to reduce the high number of deaths and the monetary and emotional costs prompted this research. This research presents the possibility for proactive measures to be taken in this area. In addition, it provides insightful knowledge for parents and educators alike. Ultimately, it seeks to reduce the number of child drownings that occur in the rural environment.application/pdfenchild safetyaccidentschild drowningswater safety educationrural areasCAPFNZCommissioned Report for External Body