@article{ref1,
title="Drowning risk assessment at a nature-based tourism destination in Malaysia: a case study of Chamang Forest-Eco Park",
journal="Malaysian forester",
year="2023",
author="Abidin, Z.A.Z. and Kelana, S.R. and Ramlan, M.A. and Jumaat, N.J. and Aziz, A.",
volume="86",
number="2",
pages="308-324",
abstract="Drowning poses a significant risk to tourism destinations and can harm the reputation and potential of ecotourism attractions. To manage this risk, a thorough drowning risk assessment is essential. This study assessed drowning risk factors at Chamang FEP using objective and subjective risk assessment methods. The objective assessment involved site observation, interviews, and a questionnaire based on Risk Assessment Management System (RAMS) conducted among the staff of Chamang FEP. The subjective assessment surveyed visitors' perceptions and acceptance of drowning risk management actions. <br><br>RESULTS showed that environmental and visitor hazards were important factors in fatal drownings at Chamang FEP, and high visitor numbers were perceived to play a key role in drowning safety management. The risk factors were consistent, demonstrating the appropriateness of the RAMS technique for assessing recreation risks at nature-based tourism destinations such as FEP.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0302-2935",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}