Surveillance by lifeguards at swimming pools can be compromised by glare, sight blocking by swimmers and other physical and environmental factors. Yet, there are public concerns about using cameras for surveillance of swimmers and drowning detection due to privacy concern. We are exploring technologies alternative to cameras, such as sonar, thermal detection and motion sensors, which are privacy-friendly for surveillance of swimmers and drowning detection to serve the operational needs and enhance lifesaving services at swimming pools. The solution provider shall provide a proof-of-concept (PoC) of its solution in a designated swimming pool for a period of not less than 60 days to demonstrate its capability of detecting and locating drowning swimmers.
