This archive report was first published on 16 June 2020.
On June 15, 2020, Bomet Governor Dr Hillary Barchok made a plea to the Ministry of Education to introduce safety management programs at Vocational Training institutes to enable divers to secure formal employment.
Despite divers playing a crucial role in saving lives in water bodies, it is challenging for County Governments to employ them, Dr. Barchok explained.
He made the remarks during the passing out parade of 26 divers who had undergone a one-month upgrading training on life safety at water bodies and body retrievals in Mulot town near River Mara at the border of Narok and Bomet counties.
"We are today witnessing the graduation of the upscaling skills of Bomet divers who have undergone thorough training specializing in saving lives and retrieving bodies from water," Dr. Barchok said.
He emphasized that the skills gained will significantly contribute to saving lives not only of Bomet residents but also nationally if called upon.
However, the Governor pointed out that the County government faces challenges in providing safety kits and other related equipment due to budgetary constraints.
"Despite the changes we are facing financially, we have procured a toll-free line, 0800720562, which will enable the citizenry make free calls in case of any emergency within the County," Dr. Barchok announced.
