Safer Pools Save Lives- Get The Seal!

Started by Kim Burgess in Risk Management May 12. 0 Replies 0 Likes

Do you own a class "C" pool facility?  Do you manage a class "C" aquatic facility?  The NDPA has a new program providing best practice guidelines for class “C” aquatic facilities;The …Continue

Tags: water, safety, drowning, prevention, facilities

Excellent training video for lifeguards on drowning treatment

Started by Henry in Lifeguarding. Last reply by Carly Kent May 7. 1 Reply 1 Like

I recently came across this new video on the drowning process, as well as it's treatment (produced by the group Lifeguards Without Borders). I have to say, it's one of the best and most accessible I've seen. Particularly as it's tailored…Continue

Hanging signs in a natatorium

Started by Bob Weeks in Lifeguarding. Last reply by Ricardo Freitas Apr 29. 4 Replies 0 Likes

Does anyone have a recommendation for a substance to hang a laminated sign in a natatorium?  Specifically, something that can stand up to the humidity for a long period?  We've been using foamcore signs on tripods, but they warp quickly in the humid…Continue

policy on patrons hitting on Guards?

Started by Nick Bacon in Lifeguarding. Last reply by Albert Hardy Apr 25. 7 Replies 0 Likes

Does anyone out there have a firm policy on what to do when patrons show an interest in your staff that makes them uncomfortable?  I always tell my Guards to ask them politely but firmly to stop talking to them, citing that it is distracting them…Continue

Tags: customer-service, Lifeguarding