MEDIA STATEMENT 26 July 2016 OUTWARD BOUND SINGAPORE INCIDENT NEAR PUNGGOL JETTY An incident involving an Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) boat and a small fishing boat occurred near the Punggol Point Jetty on Sunday, 24 July 2016, 7.05 am. 2 The OBS boat was departing Punggol Jetty towards Pulau Ubin on a routine ferrying trip involving OBS staff. In the incident, a man who was piloting the fishing boat fell overboard. 3 OBS staff rescued the man, and rendered immediate first-aid. He was subsequently evacuated to a hospital at 7.30 am via ambulance and is currently receiving medical attention for his injuries. 4 Our staff are in contact with the man and his family, and providing them with the necessary assistance. We are also cooperating with the relevant authorities investigating the incident. 5 The National Youth Council and OBS (a division under NYC) take a serious view of all safety incidents. We constantly seek to review and improve our operational processes and safety procedures. It is our commitment to ensure safety for the public who come into contact with OBS operations. 2 6 For media enquiries, please contact: Contact person/s : Angelene Dorai (Ms) Assistant Director (Strategic Communications) National Youth Council DID : 6839 9120 HP : 9618 5990 Fax : 6737 2025 Email : [email protected] About Outward Bound Singapore ( 新加坡外展训练中心) With more than 45 years of legacy, Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) is the pioneer and leader in outdoor education in Singapore, providing adventure-based experiential learning to help develop rugged and resilient youths. From 1 January 2015, OBS is part of the strengthened National Youth Council to drive youth development and broaden outreach to young Singaporeans and youth sector organisations. About the National Youth Council (全国青年理事会) At NYC, we believe in a world where young people are respected and heard, and have the ability to influence and make a difference to the world. Together with our partners, we develop a dynamic and engaging environment where young people can realise their aspirations and play a part in making Singapore an endearing home for all. .