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Not Enough Lifeguards
Throughout the last two years, many industries have struggled to recruit, hire, and retain workers. Aquatic departments haven’t been immune to these challenges, but unlike other employers, they faced a labor shortage before the pandemic.
Lifeguard Bootcamp
“Tweet, tweet, tweet.” “Call 911.” “Grab me the backboard.” These are some of the sounds you’ll hear on the pool deck during the annual, preseason Lifeguard Bootcamp at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point in North Carolina.
Take Control Of Aquatic Staffing
Aquatic facilities across the country are facing unprecedented staffing challenges. How they are addressed today can lead to an even stronger foundation in the future.
Lifeguarding Procedures
Most of us as aquatic center managers have adopted one program or another to certify lifeguards. Whether it’s the Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis & Associates, Canadian, or other, we tend to stick with the procedures taught by the program we chose.
Elevator Advice
As I write this, summer is looming. Planning is underway. Is there water in the pool? Check. Chlorine? Check. Cash registers installed? Check. Lifeguards hired? Oops! Couldn’t check off that box? Couldn’t get
Invest In Equipment And Training
Thousands of families, including children and the elderly, visit municipal pools and water parks every year seeking a fun and relaxing experience. Although providing such an environment can be a challenge,
Parents, Watch Your Children At The Beach
What do some parents see when they think about a lifeguard? A kid sitting in a big chair working on a tan? Someone trying to boss swimmers around just to prevent them from having fun? And then there are the
For Safety's Sake
Ask any water-park operator about the park’s top priority, and hopefully he or she will say guest safety. Danger is inherent anytime millions of gallons of water are mixed with thousands